LAV's Four Firearms Safety Rules

Published on June 26, 2020
Duration: 4:57

Larry Vickers, a highly experienced firearms instructor, breaks down his four essential firearms safety rules, adapted from NRA guidelines for real-world application. These rules emphasize knowing your target and surroundings, treating all firearms as loaded, maintaining strict muzzle awareness, and practicing proper trigger finger discipline. Vickers, a former Delta Force operator, provides authoritative guidance applicable to both new and seasoned shooters.

Quick Summary

Larry Vickers' four firearms safety rules are: 1. Know your target and what's beyond it. 2. Treat every firearm as if it is loaded. 3. Never allow the muzzle to cross anything you are not willing to destroy. 4. Keep your finger off the trigger and outside the trigger guard until ready to shoot. These rules are adapted for practical, real-world application.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to LAV's 4 Safety Rules
  2. 00:44Rule 1: Know Your Target and Beyond
  3. 01:29Rule 2: Treat Guns as Loaded
  4. 02:41Rule 3: Muzzle Awareness
  5. 03:44Rule 4: Finger Off Trigger & Register Position

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Larry Vickers' four firearms safety rules?

Larry Vickers' four safety rules are: 1. Know your target and what's beyond it. 2. Treat every firearm as if it is loaded. 3. Never allow the muzzle to cross anything you are not willing to destroy. 4. Keep your finger off the trigger and outside the trigger guard until ready to shoot.

Why is it important to treat every firearm as loaded?

Treating every firearm as loaded serves as a crucial safety buffer. It ensures that even if you believe a gun is unloaded, you maintain safe handling practices, preventing accidental discharges due to a momentary lapse in judgment.

What is the 'register position' for finger discipline?

The 'register position' involves keeping your finger straight and resting it along the side of the firearm's frame, typically on the ejection port side for right-handed shooters or flat against the slide for left-handed shooters, away from the trigger guard.

How does LAV's Rule 1 differ from standard range safety?

LAV's Rule 1, 'Know your target and what's beyond it,' emphasizes real-world awareness. Unlike controlled ranges with berms, real environments require heightened vigilance about backstops and potential collateral hazards.

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