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Firearms, ammunition & tool safety

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Firearms, ammunition & tool safety4 guides

Safe ownership

Preparedness guide

Firearm safety: the household foundation

Build safety around controlled access, a safe muzzle direction, a finger outside the trigger guard, and model-specific training.

Secure storage

Preparedness guide

Secure firearm storage and emergency relocation

Secure unloaded firearms with a storage system suited to the household, and lock ammunition separately.

Ammunition

Preparedness guide

Ammunition: compatibility, storage and inspection

Use only ammunition confirmed for the exact firearm by its markings and manufacturer’s manual.

Tools & training

Preparedness guide

Knives, saws and hand tools: useful skills, safe limits

Choose tools for a defined task, learn their instructions and keep cutting work separate from people.

Tools & training