What is the “Firing Line”?
The Firing Line is the designated area on a shooting range where shooters stand to discharge their firearm. It ensures safety by keeping all shooters in a controlled environment where they can follow range rules and commands.
The Firing Line establishes a safe area for firing, ensuring that all shooting happens in a controlled and organized manner. It helps organize shooters, prevents accidents, and ensures that all firearms are pointed downrange. It’s also a reference point for range commands to start or stop shooting.
People Also Ask
What are the basic safety rules to follow on the firing line?
Always keep your firearm pointed downrange, follow all range commands, and wear proper eye and ear protection.
How should firearms be handled when moving to and from the firing line?
Firearms should be unloaded, with the action open, and holstered.
When is it safe to approach or cross the firing line?
Only approach or cross the firing line when the instructor or RSO declares the range “cold” and gives explicit permission to do so.
