What to expect at a shooting competition. "Commands"

Published on May 6, 2020
Duration: 3:46

This video provides a clear, step-by-step guide to the basic commands and procedures expected at a shooting competition, as explained by a Range Officer (RO). It covers essential commands from 'Load and Make Ready' to 'Unload and Show Clear,' aiming to reduce confusion and anxiety for new competitors. By studying these commands, participants can confidently navigate a match.

Quick Summary

At a shooting competition, Range Officers (ROs) use specific commands to ensure safety and order. Key commands include 'Load and Make Ready' to prepare your firearm, 'Stand By' before the start signal, and 'Unload and Show Clear' to demonstrate your firearm is safe after the stage. Understanding these commands is crucial for new competitors.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: RO Commands at a Match
  2. 00:43Initial Instructions: Understanding the Course of Fire
  3. 01:04Load and Make Ready Procedure
  4. 01:29Shooter Ready and Stand By
  5. 01:50Unload and Show Clear Procedure
  6. 02:13Confirming Safety: Aiming at Berm
  7. 02:25Range Cold and Scoring
  8. 02:45Recap and Final Advice

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the basic commands an RO will give at a shooting competition?

Key commands include 'Understand the course of fire,' 'Load and Make Ready,' 'Shooter Ready,' 'Stand By,' and 'Unload and Show Clear.' The RO will also call 'Range Cold' when the stage is finished and safe to approach.

What should I do when the RO says 'Load and Make Ready'?

When you hear 'Load and Make Ready,' you should insert your magazine, chamber a round, and engage your firearm's safety. At this point, the range is considered 'hot,' and you are prepared to begin the course of fire.

How do I properly 'Unload and Show Clear' at a competition?

After finishing a stage, stop shooting. Remove your magazine, lock the slide to the rear, and present the firearm to the RO for inspection, ensuring the muzzle is pointed safely. The RO may then ask you to pull the trigger into a berm.

What does 'Stand By' mean in a shooting competition?

'Stand By' is the command given by the Range Officer just before the start signal, typically a beep. It means you should be in your ready position, firearm loaded and safe, prepared to begin shooting as soon as you hear the start signal.

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