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Module 03 - RIFLES 101

Illustration of a hunter's hands holding a lever action rifle.

STEP 1: Assume the rifle is loaded.

Illustration of a hunter's hands turning a lever action rifle's safety on.

STEP 2: Turn the safety ‘ON’ and point the rifle in a safe direction.

Illustration of a hunter's hands opening a lever action rifle's action.

STEP 3: Open the action by operating the action release (usually a button or a lever).

Illustration shows a hunter's hands holding a lever action rifle on its side with the action open.

STEP 4: Visually check the chamber and magazine for ammunition.

Illustration of a hunter holding a lever action rifle forward.

STEP 5: Grasp the firearm with both hands and point the muzzle in a safe direction.