What is “Cease Fire”?
“Cease Fire” is a command on a shooting range. It means you must immediately stop firing, unload your firearm, holster it, and wait for further instructions. This is essential for maintaining safety on the range.
This command instantly stops all shooting activities, allowing the Range Safety Officer (RSO) or others to assess and address safety concerns. It ensures that all shooters follow a unified command to prevent accidents and confusion.
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What should I do when I hear “Cease Fire”?
Stop shooting immediately, keep your firearm pointed down, unload it, and step back behind the firing line. Do not handle any firearms until instructed.
Why is “Cease Fire” critical?
“Cease Fire” is vital for preventing accidents and ensuring safety when there’s a potential hazard, when someone needs to check targets, or when an issue is addressed on the range.
Who can call a “Cease Fire”?
Anyone on the range can and should call “Cease Fire” if they notice a safety issue. Safety is everyone’s responsibility.
