California Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) Practice Exam

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Which of the following is a safe practice when handling a firearm?

Using alcohol to enhance focus
Storing the firearm loaded for quick access
Pointing the firearm in a safe direction at all times
Relying on the gun's safety as the only safety measure

The correct answer is: Pointing the firearm in a safe direction at all times

Pointing the firearm in a safe direction at all times is a crucial safe practice when handling a firearm. This means always keeping the gun pointed in a direction where an accidental discharge would cause minimal or no damage. By doing this, even if an unintentional discharge occurs, the direction of the gun is safe. Using alcohol to enhance focus is dangerous and impairs judgment, leading to unsafe firearm handling. Storing the firearm loaded for quick access can lead to accidents, especially in households with children or individuals not trained in firearm safety. Relying solely on the gun's safety mechanism is not sufficient as mechanical safeties can fail, and it is important to follow additional safety protocols to prevent accidents.