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

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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

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Q3:

There are never kids in my house, so securing my gun(s) when not in use is not as important.

True

False

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Q4:

Lock boxes are a good storage solution when keeping a firearm for home protection.

True

False

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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

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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

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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

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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

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