Range Preparation & Safety

① What to Bring

• Eye & ear protection (required).
• Pistol & holster (rigid, covers trigger; full firing grip on draw). If you don’t own a pistol, notify instructor for loaner/range rules.
• Magazines: 2–3 minimum; Ammo: 100–150 rounds for this session.
• Clothing: closed-toe shoes, high collar/hat (deflect hot brass), weather-appropriate layers.
• Other: water, small towel, notebook/pen, medical kit if you have one.

② Pre-Range Prep (at home)

• Unload & clear before handling or case work at home; verify chamber/magwell visually & physically.
• Stage gear the night before: pistol cased, mags loaded, ammo boxed, PPE in the bag.
• If using a new holster or sights: dry practice safe draw-to-sight picture (no ammo present) to smooth first reps.

③ On Arrival

• Arrive 10–15 minutes early. Keep guns cased and unhandled until instructed.
• When called to the line, face downrange; listen to the safety brief.
• Confirm your medical plan: location of IFAK/trauma kit, who calls 911, range address.

④ Range Commands (you’ll hear these)

⑤ Line Etiquette & Safety

• Muzzle discipline and trigger finger straight unless firing.
• Reholster slowly, look the gun into the holster; clear garments first.
• Step off the line to fix gear; keep gun oriented safely or holstered.
• Ask questions anytime — safety beats speed.

⑥ Today’s Focus & Standards

• Intro shooters: Safe draws from low-ready, 1-shot accuracy, cadence built on sight picture, then controlled pairs.
• Refresher shooters: Reconfirm fundamentals, 1-R-1 reload reps, malfunction clears under supervision, accuracy at 3–10 yds.
• Quality over speed. We’ll add pace only when hits are honest.

⑦ Weather & Range Policies

• Dress for conditions; bring water in heat and gloves/hand-warmers in cold.
• Brass: follow posted policy. Police your lane when told; watch footing.
• No drugs/alcohol; certain prescriptions may preclude training—ask if unsure.

⑧ After Your Session

• Log any equipment issues to address before next class.
• Wipe down, lube if needed, and safe storage when you get home.
• Book your next session or a skills block while it’s fresh.