Who is responsible for the bullet fired from the firearm?

• A. The Manufacturer
• B. The Department
• C. You
• D. The Range Master

Answer: (C)

The person handling and firing the firearm is responsible for the bullet that leaves the barrel. In training and safety practice, accountability rests with the shooter: they ensure the weapon is safe to operate, keep their finger off the trigger until ready, keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, and fire only when properly aimed and cleared by range rules. The shooter also verifies the target and backstop and respects what lies beyond. The manufacturer designs and tests the firearm, and the range master enforces safety rules, but they are not responsible for every discharge. If a round is fired, it is the operator’s responsibility to that discharge.