New York Firearms Safety Course Practice Exam

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What is the first thing you should do when handling a firearm?

Check if it is loaded
Put on safety glasses
Call out 'gun is clear'
Aim it in a safe direction

The correct answer is: Check if it is loaded

Handling a firearm requires caution and following proper protocol to minimize the risk of accidents. The first step is always to check if it is loaded. This is because a loaded firearm poses a potential danger, and without checking, it cannot be determined if it is safe to handle. Options B, C, and D may be necessary but should only be done after ensuring the firearm is not loaded. Putting on safety glasses is important for eye protection, calling out "gun is clear" ensures that those in the vicinity are aware that the gun is unloaded, and aiming it in a safe direction is important in case there is an unnoticed bullet in the chamber. However, these actions should not be prioritized over checking if the firearm is loaded.