Are you planning for a S.A.F.E. Summer? Q1: What essential safety item(s) would you bring on a summer trip where firearms will be present?Please select 2 correct answers Bipod/gun rest Lockable container for ammunition Secure gun storage mechanism All of the above Q2: Which firearm safety mantra have more than 3,300 industry companies and affiliated organizations adopted? Think Different Just Do It. Own It? Respect It. Secure It. Ideas for Life None Q3: What are the best ways to help prevent firearms accidents, theft and misuse during the summer season? Educate children to stop, don’t touch, tell an adult if they or a friend find an unattended firearm Watch firearm safety education videos Store firearms that are not in use unloaded and locked in a location not accessible by children or unauthorized individuals a, b and c None Q4: What are some factors to consider when deciding to keep a firearm for home protection?Please select 3 correct answers Other members of the household Price of the firearm Time of year How it will be securely and responsibly stored when not in use Getting training in how to use, maintain and properly store the firearm Q5: True or False? A gun’s safety guarantees it will not fire. True False None Q6: How do you think the rate of unintentional firearm-related fatalities has changed in the past decade? 22% decrease 10% decrease Remained the same 10% increase None Q7: True or False? It doesn’t matter how you talk to your kids about gun safety... True False None Q8: Why is summer an important time to focus on firearm safety?Please select 3 correct answers People, including children, are visiting your home You are likely to go on vacation and need to be sure your firearms are secure Kids are done with school and will be around the house more often Guns often go off by accident when it’s hot outside Q9: How many firearm safety kits have been distributed through Project ChildSafe over the past 15 years? 30,000 300,000 3 million 37 million None Time's up
Are You a Safe Hunter? Q1: As an ethical hunter, it’s important to respect the game being hunted. What are some important steps you can take? Never taking more game than can be used Using well-trained dogs to help find downed game Properly field dressing and cleaning the game Maintaining skill, patience and respect for the game All of the above None Q2: What is the number one cause of hunting injuries? Animal attacks Falls Inexperienced hunters Carelessness Dropped firearms None Q3: What color should be avoided when turkey hunting? Blue White Red Black All of the above None Q4: What is the percentage of hunting-related injuries per 100 participants? 0.05% 0.1% 0.5% 1.5% None Q5: Which of these items can be used to ensure a firearm is safely stored and secured upon returning from a hunting trip? Cable lock Gun case Lock box Full size and biometric gun safe Any of these None Q6: A majority of hunters wear hunter orange on their cap or vest. Why is this color used? A. Deer and other game animals can’t see orange due to red-sensitive cells in their eyes. B. It’s a fashion trend started by hunters in the early 20th century. C. Hunters who wear orange are less likely to be mistaken for game by fellow hunters. All of the above None Q7: What are some simple ways to prevent firearm accidents during the hunt? Always point the firearm’s muzzle in a safe direction Keep the safety “on” until you are ready to shoot Be certain of what you are shooting at before pulling the trigger Double check the background behind your target before shooting Know where your hunting companions are All of the above None Q8: Today, many hunters use tree stands as a preferred hunting spot. What are some advantages of hunting on tree stands? Trees act as camouflage and conceal hunters from the game’s line of sight. Being several feet above the ground helps minimize chances that the hunter’s scent will spook the game. Shooters have a better view of their surroundings, which allows them to identify a safe zone-of-fire. All of the above None Q9: Which of these items is not part of what hunters should bring along for a safe hunting trip? Orange clothing Nails to secure tree stands Rope A safety belt An emergency survival kit None of the above None Q10: What is the #1 way to prevent accidents, theft and misuse of your firearms during hunting season? A. Ensuring that firearms are stored in a safe location that cannot be accessed without permission or supervision B. Handling the firearm in safe manner during a hunting trip C. Wearing the appropriate color clothing when hunting A and B are equally important A, B and C are equally important None Time's up
Firearms Storage and Safety Assessment Quiz Q1: How do you store your firearms when they are not in use? On a high shelf In a firearm safe storage device, including: gun safe, gun lock box, gun case or gun lock. I don’t secure my firearm when not in use In a locked or unlocked drawer None Q2: How do you store your firearm temporarily in a vehicle? In the glove compartment In the console between seats Under one of the seats In a locking device affixed to the vehicle In the trunk None Q3: There are never kids in my house, so securing my gun(s) when not in use is not as important. True False None Q4: Lock boxes are a good storage solution when keeping a firearm for home protection. True False None Q5: Storing firearms securely when not in use may help prevent all of the below EXCEPT: Accidents Suicide Theft Rust The need for families to discuss firearms safety regularly None Q6: Taking a firearms safety training class at your local range or firearms retailer is a great idea for new gun owners and a good refresher even if you’ve been a gun owner for years. True False None Q7: How often should parents talk with their children about firearm safety? This should be discussed often in households This should be discussed once a year Most children know not to touch guns, so it doesn't need to be a regular conversation Guns don't need to be discussed in the household None Q8: Which is NOT one of Project ChildSafe’s 10 Tips for Firearm Safety? Always keep your finger off the trigger until you intend to shoot Store your ammunition in a locked location separate from firearms You only need to talk to your family once about firearm safety Place your firearms when not in use in their secure storage location Make sure young people in your home are aware of and understand the safety guidelines concerning firearms None Time's up
