New York Firearms Safety Course Practice Exam

What is a safe practice when cleaning a firearm?

1. Leave the gun loaded so it won't fire by accident

2. Cleaning it from the muzzle end

3. Ensuring the firearm is unloaded and checking twice

4. Using any kind of oil and cleaner

The correct answer is: Ensuring the firearm is unloaded and checking twice

Cleaning a firearm can be a dangerous task if not done properly. Option A, leaving the gun loaded, is incorrect because it increases the risk of accidental discharge. Option B is also incorrect because cleaning from the muzzle end can cause damage to the barrel and hinder the effectiveness of the firearm. Option D is incorrect because using the wrong type of oil or cleaner can cause damage or malfunctions in the firearm. The safest practice when cleaning a firearm is to make sure it is unloaded and to check twice before beginning the cleaning process. This ensures that there is no ammunition present and reduces the chance of an accidental discharge.