Owner/Operator/Firearms Instructor

Last Revision April 2023

STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES

TIER 1 CIVILIAN LLC

(The Protectors Club Range)

6101 HICKORY CREEK RD

GREENSBORO, NC 27407

(Operations Center)

5541 GROOMETOWN RD

GREENSBORO, NC 27407

(Range Complex)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1: Preamble……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…3

CHAPTER 2: Constitution………………………………………………………………………………..………………………….4

CHAPTER 3: Organizational Chart………………………………………………………………………………………….…10

CHAPTER 4: Non-Profit Organization……………………………………………………………………………………..…11

CHAPTER 5: Safety Plan……………………………………………………………………………………………………………12

CHAPTER 6: Range Operations…………………………………………………………………………………………………14

CHAPTER 7: RSO Training Requirements and Reports………………………………………………………………18

APPENDIX 1: Outdoor Range Inspection Checklist……………………………………………………………………21

APPENDIX 2: Range Safety Briefing…………………………………………………………………………………….…….22

APPENDIX 3: Emergency Report Sheet………………………………………………………………………………….…25

APPENDIX 4: Injury Report Sheet……………………………………………………………………………………………..27

APPENDIX 5: Hold Harmless Agreement Form………………………………………………………………………….29

Tier 1 Civilian LLC

CHAPTER 1/ PREAMBLE

The Protectors Club was founded in June 2022 by Alex Caillat MD as the operational complex of Tier 1 Civilian LLC.

OWNER/OPERATOR/INSTRUCTOR

Dr Caillat is a board-certified urologist and gun enthusiast who has had a wide variety of firearms training and experience in 3-gun competitions. Alex loves learning from and interacting with current and former law enforcement as well as operators from both the Special Forces and Special Operations communities. In addition to being a full-time surgeon he also loves tactical and combat casualty care medicine and has trained with SOARescue in Concord, NC. He is currently a certified NRA instructor in Pistol, Rifle, and is an NRA Chief Range Safety Officer.

LEAD FIREARMS INSTRUCTOR

As a U.S. Marine, Nathan Groome did two combat tours in Iraq and received the Purple Heart for wounds received complements of an Iraqi IED. After graduating with a BA in History from UNCG, Nathan did some contracting work for a large bank located in North Carolina. Nathan enjoys giving back to his military roots by working in a civilian capacity with Special Forces candidates several times a year helping them in their mastery of unconventional warfare. He is currently a certified NRA pistol and rifle instructor as well as a certified Range Safety Officer.

Tier 1 Civilian LLC was founded to fill a current widening gap in our communities. Lawful citizens have the right and freedom to bear arms in the great state of North Carolina thanks to the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights as enumerated by our forefathers. They also have a duty to themselves, their families, and their fellow citizen patriots to be able to wield these tools in a safe and skillful fashion. This will not only allow them to use firearms for recreation, but defend themselves and their loved ones in a responsible way. 

Our goal is to disseminate the knowledge, skills, attitude, and safe handling techniques which we have learned via our diverse backgrounds to our fellow patriots. We want our community to be well armed with not only firearms but also the safe gun handling techniques to be true Tier 1 Civilians.

The outdoor range facility is located in Guilford county south of Greensboro and near High Point and Archdale. It is a 360 degree outdoor 50 meter range facility which is built to strict NRA specifications and allows for standard flat range work, as well as more advanced training such as vehicle operations and can accommodate a mobile modular shoot house.

CHAPTER 2

CONSTITUTION

(Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws)

(Adopted 6/1/2022)

ARTICLE I:

Name

Section 1: NAME. The name of the organization shall be Tier 1 Civilian LLC, located in the city of Greensboro and the county of Guilford, North Carolina

Section 2: AFFILIATION. This club shall be affiliated with the National Rifle Association. It may also affiliate with other associations, as it feels needed.

Section 3: CONFLICT. In the event of any conflict between the decision of the Board of Directors and this Constitution, this Constitution will take precedence

ARTICLE II:

Objectives

(a)  To provide facilities and a suitable and safe environment to promote safe, responsible, and proper use of firearms and for learning and maintaining those skills necessary to properly and safely use firearms.

(b)  To provide training programs which promote safe firearms handling practices and improved marksmanship.

(c)  To organize, encourage and maintain will regulated shooting programs.

(d)  To promote the development of the characteristics of honesty, good fellowship, self-discipline, team play, and self-reliance, as well as good sportsmanship.

(e)  To encourage cooperation with other organizations with similar objectives.

ARTICLE III:

Membership

Section 1: Member definition. Any person is eligible to become a member by subscribing to this Club’s objectives and completing the application process. An Applicant is accepted to probationary status upon acceptance of their application and dues. Application will be submitted to members of the Board of Directors. If the membership believes (based on sufficiently reliable evidence) that an applicant would endanger the membership of the club, place the club in a position of unfavorable liability or bring discredit on the Club or the NRA, then there shall be a vote of non-acceptance. The applicant may then appeal the decision if desired and will be given an opportunity to appear before the Board and show that the decision of the Board was unjustified.

Applicants can be terminated for failure to attend the mandatory range/safety orientation within the 60 days of the membership committee’s acceptance of the members application.

Applications will be acted upon as soon as possible.

Section 2. Membership Categories. There will be 3 overall categories available:

(a)  Adult

(b)  LEO/military

(c)  Life

Membership shall entitle the members to take part in any Club function and enjoy the privileges and benefits offered.

Section 3. Probationary Period. Each new member shall be under a 90 day probationary period

Section 4. Honorary Membership. Honorary membership may be granted to persons for the following reasons:

(a)  By doing outstanding work in promoting the objectives of the Club

(b)  For purposes deemed acceptable by the owner

**Honorary members shall pay no dues, shall be entitled to vote, and be eligible for Committee appointments

The member list shall be updated annually

Section 5. Suspension or Expulsion. This Club may suspend or expel any member provided:

(a)  Evidence of a member being guilty of any unseemly or unbecoming conduct is presented in writing to the Owner

(b)  Due notice (at least 30 days) of the charge and opportunity for defense given the accused.

(c)  Two-thirds vote of the Board of Directors present at any Board meeting called for that purpose.

Section 6. Appeal Procedure. Any member suspended or expelled by the Board of Directors may appeal to the full membership of this Club. Such appeal shall be made in writing. A meeting will be held and charges will be heard and a full hearing and vote will be taken. Two-thirds vote shall be required to reverse the action of the Board.

Section 7. NRA Suspension or Expulsion. Any member of the club who has been suspended or expelled by the National Rifle Association shall automatically stand suspended or expelled from this Club immediately upon receipt of official notice of the NRA. Information withheld concerning this or similar actions shall be grounds for immediate expulsion of the club without reimbursement.

Section 8. Voting Majority. On voting matters brought before the membership, a two-thirds vote of eligible members present shall constitute a majority.

Section 9. Arrears. No member of the Club, while in arrears, shall be eligible to vote, take part in Club functions or enjoy any of the privileges or benefits offered.

Section 10. Orientation. All new members will be required to attend a mandatory safety and operation orientation to be given by the Lead Instructor or Owner. Any current member who allows their membership to be non-active for more than 1 year will be required to pay the new member fee and reattend the mandatory safety and orientation briefing prior to their membership being reinstated. 

ARTICLE IV:

Dues:

Annual adult membership dues recommendations will be presented to general membership for action.

When new members are accepted during the year, adult dues are to be prorated on a monthly basis. 

(a)  Dues are to be paid yearly

(b)  Members who have not paid their dues will lose rights and privileges and will be removed from the membership roll

ARTICLE V:

Management

Section 1: Owner. The management of this club shall be entrusted solely to the owner of the Club.

Section 2: Board of Directors. All voting Club business will be managed by a Board of Directors who will be appointed by the owner. The owner has the sole right to terminate Board membership of any member on the Board for any reason, at any time. The Board will meet at least once a year for an annual meeting and more frequently if needed.

Section 3. Order of Business. Order of business for all regular meetings shall be:

(a)  Pledge of Allegiance

(b)  Welcome for new members and/or guests

(c)  Approval of last meeting’s minutes

(d)  Report of officers

(e)  New Business, Voting items

(f)  Announcements

(g)  Adjournment

Section 4: Range Operation:

All handgun and long gun firing of this Club’s property or firing by this Club’s members shall be governed based on rules and regulations prescribed by the NRA. 

Nothing contained in the preceding paragraph shall be construed to prevent members (and with their guests) from using this Club’s property for informal, safe, and responsible sporting purposes as long as all Club rules and regulations are respected and obeyed.

1.  Members are allowed to bring guests to the Club. However, after 3 guest visits, the guest will be required to become a full member. Guest fee will be $25 per visit.

Section 5. Absences. Any member of the Board who shall have more than 3 consecutive unexcused absences from meetings shall be automatically expelled from the Board of Directors.  Board members shall be allowed to attend meetings virtually if scheduling conflicts arise.

Section 6. Property Management. No furniture, equipment or other property of this Club shall be loaned or sold to any person or organization without obtaining consent of owner.

Section 7. Expenditure approval. All expenditures for improvement, maintenance, or other Club use must be approved by the owner prior to purchase.

Section 8. Club dissolution. Upon dissolution of the Club, all debts and liabilities will be satisfied and the balance of all assets of the Club will be absorbed by the Club Owner.

Section 9. Matters not provided for. All matters not provided for in this constitution shall be managed by the Owner and if necessary, the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE VI:

President:

(a)  Also known as the Owner, shall preside at all regular and special meetings of the Board of Directors and of this Club

(b)  Shall cast the deciding vote in case of a tie

(c)  Shall perform other duties as are usually incidental with this office

Vice-President:

(a)  Shall perform all duties of the President when necessary or upon request by the president

Secretary/Treasurer:

(a)  Shall be responsible for official correspondence, finances, minutes of all meetings, money transactions, maintaining records of Club’s financial status

Chief Instructor:

(a)  Responsible for coordination of all firearms instruction

ARTICLE VII:

Election sequence

(a)  Owner will remain president as long as he would like

(b)  All other positions may be voted upon by the Board at the President’s discretion

(c)  A simple majority vote of eligible members present shall be required to win an election

ARTICLE VIII:

Meetings:

Section 1. Regular meetings: This club shall hold a regular meeting at least once a year for electing officers and general membership related actions. Meetings can be held quarterly if needed.

Section 2. Special meetings. Special meetings may be held at the discretion of the Owner or Board of Directors as needed for Club related business.

ARTICLE IX:

Amendments

Section 1: Amendment Procedure:

This Constitution may be amended only after notice to all members and the proposed amendment must be read at a regular meeting, with voting on said amendment at the next regular meeting.

Two-thirds majority by eligible members present is necessary to pass an amendment.

This Constitution incorporates all previously passed amendments and deletes all sections deleted by previous amendments.

After Review, the Board of Directors believes this to be the most current constitution of Tier 1 Civilian LLC.

­­­­­­­­­­  ___________________________  ____________________________

Alexander W. Caillat, Owner/President    Nathan Groome, Lead Instructor

CHAPTER 3

ORGANIZATION CHART

OWNER/PRESIDENT/TREASURER/CHIEF RSO

Alex Caillat MD

CHIEF INSTRUCTOR/RSO

Nathan Groome

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTORS

Myra Schloemer (RSO)

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Alex Caillat

Nathan Groome

Aryn Schloemer

Myra Schloemer

CLUB VOLUNTEERS

Range Safety Officers

Evan Tucker

Daniel Joe Batman

CHAPTER 4

ORGANIZATION

Tier 1 Civilian LLC is a formal Limited Liability Corporation under the state laws of North Carolina and complies with federal and state tax laws to maintain its status as such.

CHAPTER 5

SAFETY PLAN

This section will include the following components: a description of the safety philosophy of the Club, a description of the people and their responsibilities in achieving our safety goals, and an Emergency Action Plan for dealing with accidents, injuries, and other emergency situations.

SAFETY PHILOSOPHY & MEMBERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

The members of Tier 1 Civilian each have the responsibility to learn, understand, and apply the provisions of this safety plan at all times for the safety and well being of every member of the Club, the public, our neighbors, and the community at large.

Each member of T1C Operations has the following responsibilities at all times when within the boundaries of the Club:

1.  Obey and promote all applicable laws and ordinances connected with the use of the Club

2.  Always behave with safety, duty, and honorableness foremost in mind

3.  Do ones best to ensure the safety of every person present

4.  Come to the aid of any person either needing assistance or aid for an injury

5.  Handle equipment in a safe and responsible manner

6.  Abide by all posted and adopted range rules

7.  Speak with any person (and alert the RSO) about unsafe behavior observed on the premises

SAFETY ORIENTATION, RSOs, AND PERSONS IN CHARGE

All new members are given a range safety briefing before joining the Club and prior to live fire events. Every member must complete this briefing yearly and receive documentation to prove this. 

Upon joining the Club, all members are given copies of the Safety Rules for the Club, and expected to abide by them at all times.

RANGE OFFICERS

The title of Range Officer carries the benefit of training and experience when issued by a recognized training organization such as the National Rifle Association (NRA).

Whenever anyone is shooting on the range they must be under direct supervision of a qualified Range Safety Officer.

The duties of a Range Safety Officer are:

1.  Direct the loading, unloading, and clearing of all firearms

2.  Supervise all movement down-range

3.  Ensure that all bullets impact the designated berm and do not leave range property

EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN

This Emergency Action Plan is designed to guide members and the general public in handling accidents, injuries and emergency situations that require first aid and/or off-site response from fire, medical, police, or other emergency response personnel.

Recommended Emergency Procedure

-  Call “Cease Fire”

-   Identify injured parties and ask if anyone has training and/or can provide First Aid.

-  In the event of an injury requiring more than minor first aid, call 911

o  The address of the range is 5541 Groometown Rd, Greensboro NC.

o  Send a runner to the intersection of Hickory Creek Rd and Groometown Rd and wait for EMS to arrive and guide them to the scene of the incident.

o  Allow responding emergency personnel to determine if a higher level of care is necessary

-  At the earliest convenience, the Club president should be contacted if not already present

-  Log each and every incident (Appendix 3&4) for a complete and accurate description of all incidents that occur on Club property

When rendering First Aid, take note of the following steps:

1.  Identify yourself and level of training (CPR, BLS, ACLS)

2.  Refrain from giving care to anyone who objects

3.  Assume implied permission if injured is unconscious, unable to respond, or a child with a serious injury when their parent/guardian is not present to consent to treatment for them

4.  Move the injured person, only if life is endangered

5.  Provide care only within level of training

Fire Extinguisher: Located at Training Center

First aid bag/kit: Tan range bag, located at the Range Complex in conex

Telephone Numbers:

Local Police – 336-641-3694

Local Fire – 336-431-2512

Poison control: 1-800-222-1222

CHAPTER 6

RANGE OPERATIONS

SECTIONS  PAGE

1.  General    15

2.  Facilities for Use    15

3.  Range Limitations & Safety Requirements    15

4.  Authorized and Prohibited Guns    15

5.  Authorized Personnel    15

6.  Personnel responsibilities     16

7.  Hours of Operation & Scheduling     17

RANGE OPERATIONS GUIDE

1.  GENERAL. Live firing conducted at T1C Range Complex is designed to provide authorized personnel access to a facility where they can become proficient with privately-owned guns.

2.  FACILITIES FOR USE. Range availability is at the discretion of the Owner. Live-fire shooting is normally limited to the following ranges and equipment:

a.  Outdoor Range – Rifles smaller than .223 (.225/5.56mm must be suppressed or will require 22LR conversion bolt and 22LR ammunition); pistols of any caliber; shotguns of any caliber or gauge. NO steel core, armor piercing or tracer ammunition allowed!

3.  RANGE LIMITATIONS AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Live-fire shooters will:

a.  Fire only on a range with a Range Safety Officer (RSO) present

b.  Fire only authorized guns and ammunition

c.  Fire at authorized targets only.

d.  Fire only after completing a “hold harmless” agreement

e.  Ensure all projectiles impact within the established range safety limits

f.  Ensure range flags are displayed appropriately

g.  Call “cease fire” and make firearms safe before any shooter moves forward of the firing line

h.  Call “cease fire” if a firing line becomes staggered

i.  Use appropriate eye and ear protection

j.  Notify the RSO or CRSO of any safety infractions

k.  Police all brass, paper, and other debris that accumulate on the range during use and dispose of them in appropriate containers

4.  AUTHORIZED & PROHIBITED GUNS. Full automatic guns are authorized with permission of the owner. The Owner can deny full automatic fire during shooting for any reason. The shooter/member must provide all proper federal licenses and paperwork to the CRSO prior to firing Class 2 or 3 firearms

5.  AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL. The following persons are allowed to fire:

a.  Current owners/instructors/members/students of the shooting range

b.  Invited guests of the above, provided the authorized person is present and assumes full responsibility for the conduct of his or her guests

c.  Personnel approved by the Owner, Chief instructor, assistant instructors on a case-by-case basis

6.  PERSONNEL RESPONSIBILITIES

a.  Range Owner

 i.  Maintain the range facility

 ii.  Ensure the RSO receives written (paper or digital) range schedules prior to live fire training

 iii.  Conduct RSO training as needed using the Range Safety Officer Training Program

b.  Chief Range Safety Officer (CRSO)

 i.  Report for duty one hour prior to the first scheduled live fire for the day

 ii.  Ensure each RSO and can execute live-fire procedures. (Live fire must be conducted in accordance with this chapter)

 iii.  Ensure the RSO checks in prior to going downrange

 iv.  Have the RSO sign out 1 radio, appropriate keys, range flags, Hold Harmless Agreements, SOP binder, and first aid kit

 v.  Inspect the range with the RSO after a cease fire

 vi.  Conduct the NRA RSO training program for members

c.  Assistant RSOs. Owner must first approve anyone desiring to become a range RSO. RSO status is accomplished by attending an RSO class given by the CRSO. Information on dates and times for these classes can be obtained by contacting the Owner at T1C Operations

 i.  Check in with the CRSO a half hour prior to the first scheduled live fire

 ii.  Present ID with RSO credentials

 iii.  Obtain the following: “hold harmless” agreement forms, radio, first aid kit, range binder, flags, and any special instructions

 iv.  Test the radio to ensure it works correctly

 v.  Conduct range inspection with the CRSO using the checklist provided and Outdoor Range Appendix 1

 vi.  Check that all shooters have current credentials, and that all shooters and spectators fill out “hold harmless” agreements.

 vii.  Conduct range safety briefing using Appendix 2.

 viii.  Request permission to conduct live fire from CRSO

 ix.  Conduct live fire in accordance with section (d) of this chapter. Failure of shooters to abide by the procedures listed in section (d) will result in immediate eviction from the range and possible suspension of future shooting privileges. Report all incidents to the CRSO

 x.  Notify CRSO by radio or cell when live fire is finished and request/perform range inspection

 xi.  Turn in all gear

***Note***: RSOs should be aware that live fire cannot occur unless it has been scheduled with Owner or Chief Instructor

d.  Shooting Members

 i.  All shooters must check in with the designated RSO at or before the scheduled live fire event

 ii.  All shooters and spectators must fill out “Hold Harmless” agreements.

 iii.  Shooters will conduct themselves in an orderly manner at all times and will be responsible for the conduct of any guests they bring

 iv.  All shooters are responsible for their guns and ammunition while on the range premises

 v.  Guns that are out of the case/bag and not being fired must be benched with actions open and facing up with chambers visibly empty, muzzles pointing downrange, and safeties on

 vi.  Only load guns on the firing line AFTER the RSO has given the appropriate command to load and make ready

 vii.  Do not point guns at anything other than authorized targets

 viii.  Fire only at your own target

 ix.  Give the command “Cease Fire” if an unsafe condition exists

 x.  Follow all instructions from the RSO

 xi.  Assist in policing the area of brass and other debris and place in appropriate receptacles

 xii.  No pets are allowed on the range premises during live fire events

7.  HOURS OF OPERATION AND SCHEDULING. The owner will develop a special event live fire schedule based on requests received and will post these on the website on a rolling basis. All other additional requests will be approved based on staff and range availability. Information on range availability and scheduling is accessible by calling owner at 336-608-7857

8.  ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AND DRUGS. Shooters may not consume alcohol or do recreational drugs of any kind (including prescription narcotics/sedatives) before or during live firing. The CRSO or RSO will deny range access to anyone in violation. After firing, shooters may consume alcoholic beverages in the following areas:

a.  The spectator area (only once all guns and ammunition have been properly secured)

b.  The clubhouse

9.  MEDICAL SUPPORT. In the event of a medical emergency, call 911 and notify the CRSO immediately

10.  HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT FORM. A “hold harmless” agreement form will be completed annually by each RSO and given to the Owner for filing purposes.

CHAPTER 7

RSO TRAINING

ROLES, REQUIREMENTS AND REPORTS

-  Range Safety Officers (RSO) are responsible to know all of the procedures to open, run, and close the range

-  They should receive a one-on-one briefing/training, prior to running the range by the Chief RSO, Club president, or Chief Instructor

-  RSOs are required to seek assistance with any parts of their duties they are not confident or are unsure about.

-  RSOs will meet yearly with the CRSO to review critical topics such as clearing malfunctions, basic range commands, basic medical, Good Samaritan laws, emergency procedures, etc.

Role of Range Safety Officer

(a)  Supervises shooting activities as prescribed by range SOP. 

(b)  Be on the firing line and in a location that allows best control of shooters on the line

(c)  Maintain order on the range

(d)  Know and enforce range SOPs

(e)  Open and close the facility as well as adequately maintaining the facilities grounds

(f)  Remain professional, friendly, helpful, understanding and honest at all times

(g)  Set the standard for safety on the range (although the security of firearms and equipment on the range is the primary responsibility of the property owner)

Becoming a Range Safety Officer

(a)  The Club owner/president/CRSO must first approve anyone desiring to become a Range Safety Officer

Duties of RSO

BEFORE

(a)  Arrive approximately 30 minutes before scheduled range time to unlock gate, building, and range

(b)  Setup range for scheduled event

(c)  Perform outdoor range inspection check list (Appendix 1)

(d)  Manage shooter sign in, hold harmless agreements and other membership forms, secure same day payments as needed.

DURING

(a)  Conduct safety briefing (Appendix 2)

(b)  Supervise shooting activities

AFTER

(a)  Range operational procedures

(b)  Clean up range

(c)  Lock up equipment

(d)  Lock up range, building, gate

RSO Disciplinary Action Guidance

-  RSO, made aware of violations and attendant circumstance, is solely responsible to determine and implement the appropriate corrective action, as described in range SOP, while applying good judgment and discretion. A comprehensive listing of potential minor and major violations is not practical, however, a list of potential common violations is listed below:

1.  Minor Violations examples

a.  Eye and ear protection violations

b.  Handling firearms while others are downrange or in improper area

c.  Advancing in front of the firing line without “Cease fire” or “Range is cold” command

d.  Failure to adequately police firing point at end of range time

2.  Major Violations examples

a.  Deliberate disregard or intentional violation of a firearms safety rule

b.  Any negligent discharge whether resulting in injury or not

c.  Discharging any firearm when other individuals are down range

d.  Significant or wanton carelessness or unsafe behavior

APPENDICES

APPENDIX 1:

OUTDOOR RANGE INSPECTION CHECKLIST

INSPECTED BY  ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­_______________________________________  DATE _________________

 YES  NO

Controlled Access/Fencing/Gates in Good Repair  ______    ______

Appropriate Flags or Signs Displayed  ______    ______

Left and Right Range Limits Displayed (American flags)  ______    ______

Backstop/Impact Area Inspected (no exposed rocks)  ______    ______

Target Number Boards Painted and Visible  ______    ______

Target Frames/Mounts in Good Repair  ______    ______

Firing Line/Ready Area demarcated  ______    ______

Firing Points Numbered/Clean  ______    ______

Shooting Benches/Tables Inspected  ______    ______

Supplies Available (cardboard silhouettes, staplers, sharpies)  ______    ______

Communications System Working  ______    ______

First Aid Kit Filled/Accessible  ______    ______

Range Rules Posted  ______    ______

Gun Racks Available  ______    ______

Trash Bins Available  ______    ______

Brass Buckets Available  ______    ______

Lead Wipes Available   ______    ______

Ammunition Available  ______    ______

Comments: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­___________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

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APPENDIX 2:

RANGE SAFETY BRIEFING

Follow this outline when conducting range safety briefings. Issue copies of the shooting range rules to all range users. Conduct the briefing on the range immediately prior to range use. Stand where posted rules, demonstrations, and explanations of range equipment can be included in the briefing. Involve range users. Have shooters read rules from posters and handouts. Ask questions to reinforce understanding. If guns are used during the briefing, the RSO must follow the NRA Gun Safety Rules.

1.  PURPOSE OF THE SHOOTING EVENT

a.  State the purpose (recreational shooting, competition, etc)

b.  Provide an overview of the event

c.  State the total round count and time of event

d.  Introduce range personnel

e.  State where range personnel will be

f.  Explain range personnel role

g.  Indicate how range personnel can be identified (hat, shirt, color, patches)

2.  RANGE LAYOUT AND LIMITS

a.  Conduct a range orientation on, or within view of, the range

b.  Point out key areas of the range and briefly describe actions that occur within each

 i.  Spectator/Cleaning area – Located behind ready line where visitors and range users may wait and observe activities. No loose ammunition is allowed in or around firearms in this area

 ii.  Ready area – located behind the firing line where shooters may store and prepare their equipment. Load magazines, but keep firearms unloaded

 iii.  Firing point – shooters may occupy their firing points at the firing line when authorized to do so. Points are numbered and correspond to target numbers. 

 iv.  Backstop – Located downrange behind the target line. Guns should point toward the backstop at all times. All firing should be directed forward from the firing points so projectiles impact within designated impact areas.

c.  Demonstrate the proper use of special equipment and explain any special safety practices (i.e. Falling targets, steel plate racks)

3.  RANGE SAFETY RULES

a.  NRA GUN SAFETY RULES

 i.  ALWAYS keep the gun pointed in a safe direction

 ii.  ALWAYS keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot

 iii.  ALWAYS keep the gun unloaded until ready to use

b.  Rules for Safe Use

 i.  Know your target and what is beyond

 ii.  Be sure the gun is safe to operate

 iii.  Know how to use the gun safely

 iv.  Use only the correct ammunition for your gun

 v.  Wear eye and ear protection as appropriate

 vi.  Never use alcohol or drugs before or while shooting

c.  General Range Safety Rules

 i.  Ask range users to read rules as the RSO points to range posters or handouts

 ii.  Know and obey all range commands

 iii.  Know where others are at all times

 iv.  Shoot only authorized targets

 v.  Do not handle a gun or stand at the firing line where guns are present while others are downrange

 vi.  Stop shooting immediately upon the command of “Cease Fire”

 vii.  Stoppages

1.  Misfire – cartridge DOES NOT FIRE after the primer has been struck by the firing pin. Keep gun pointed in a safe direction x 30 seconds

2.  Hangfire – perceptible DELAY IN THE IGNITION of the cartridge after the primer has been struck by the firing pin. Wait 30-120 seconds and keep gun pointed in a safe direction

3.  Squib load – LESS THAN NORMAL PRESSURE after ignition of the cartridge. Difference in recoil/noise. 

d.  NRA Hygiene Guidelines

 i.  Explain that NRA hygiene guidelines are intended to minimize exposure to airborne particulate lead and cleaning product residues.

 ii.  Emphasize that everybody exposed at the range or cleaning area should follow these guidelines:

1.  Refrain from eating, drinking, smoking, applying makeup, putting hands near mouth and nose

2.  Wash your hands and face with water or wipes after leaving the range or before eating or drinking

3.  Change and wash clothing after shooting to minimize exposure to airborne particulate lead or solvent

e.  Site Specific Range Rules

 i.  Ask range users to read rules as the RSO points to range posters

 ii.  Fully automatic guns are allowed only with prior approval from the CRSO

 iii.  Armor-piercing and tracer ammunition is not allowed

 iv.  Steel core penetrator ammunition is not approved

 v.  Muzzleloaders are not allowed

 vi.  Targets must be placed at the shooters eye level

 vii.  Leave dropped ammunition and spent casings on the floor until the stage of fire is completed and guns have been benched/grounded

 viii.  Notify the RSO if there are any gun stoppages or malfunctions

 ix.  Dry firing is only permitted at the firing line and only when authorized

 x.  All guns must remain unloaded with actions open except when on the firing line and authorized to be loaded

 xi.  When guns are benched or grounded, keep actions open, ejection ports facing upward so chambers are visible

f.  Administrative Range Rules

 i.  Park in appropriately designated parking areas

4.  FIRING LINE COMMANDS

a.  State and explain standard range commands that will be used for specific shooting events

 i.  “Load and make ready” – permission to load firearm with loaded magazine and load cartridge into chamber

 ii.  “Is the line ready?” – allows shooter(s) to raise an arm if not ready

 iii.  “Ready on the right, ready on the left, ready on the firing line?” – last chance to signal “Not Ready”.

 iv.  “Range is hot” or “Commence firing” – signals shooters to begin course of fire

 v.  “Misfire” – called by a shooter to inform RSO and other shooters that a gun failed to fire and a hazardous condition may exist.

 vi.  “Range is cold” or “Cease firing” – signals shooters to stop firing immediately, place firearms on safe, and await further instructions

 vii.  “Go forward, score targets, and paste” – shooters may approach targets from the firing line

 viii.  “Range is clear” – shooters can handle their guns, clear them and remove equipment from the firing line

 ix.  “Police your firing point” – shooters should pick up all cartridge cases from their firing points and place in appropriate bins

5.  EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

a.  Take charge of the situation

b.  Render aid. Use first aid kit

c.  Call for help. Use emergency phone numbers and information list

d.  Direct help to location

e.  Take notes. Emergency report sheet will be in SOP binder

APPENDIX 3:

Emergency Report Sheet 

Date:________________ 

IMMEDIATE RESPONSE FOR INJURIES OR ILLNESS ▪ Call a cease fire if injured is near firing line or down range. Range Safety Officers, MUST Ensure that ALL firearms are unloaded and clear (Use Chamber Flags If Available) ▪ Range Safety Officer WILL DESIGNATE individual to coordinate securing the scene and the injured person’s gear. (Note – Record Designated Individual and provide inventory of equipment secured) ▪ Range Safety Officer WILL DESIGNATE individual to notify EMS at from nearest telephone/radio and provide the following information. 

1.  Specific Location or Address of Incident with Directions Location

a.  6101 Hickory Creek Rd, Greensboro NC 27407

2.  Your Name ____________________________________________________ 

3.  Telephone number that you are calling from _________________________ 

4.  What Happened and possible hazards for rescuers:___________________ _______________________________________________________________ 

5.  Number of Individuals Injured or Ill_________________________________ 

6.  Condition of injured or Ill_________________________________________ 

7.  First Aid provided_______________________________________________ 

❖ Certified American Red Cross (ARC) Standard First Aid and CPR. He/She will evaluate the situation for hazards, protect the injured, and provide first aid until relieved by more qualified personnel, e.g., physician or EMS. Person with ARC certification WILL ▪ Identify self in injured ▪ Inform injured of training (American Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR) ▪ Inform injured of aid offered ▪ Receive verbal permission from injured (If Adult), or parent/guardian (If Child) prior to given care ▪ Refrain from giving care to conscious injured person who objects ▪ Assume implied permission if injured is unconscious or unable to respond ▪ Assume implied permission if the injured is a child with a serious injury and parent or guardian is not present. ▪ Move the injured ONLY if life is endangered. ▪ Check injured for life threating condition before providing care. PROVIDE CARE ONLY WITHIN LEVEL OF TRAINING. ▪ Never dispense aspirin or medications; administer activated charcoal (or other treatments) unless directed by EMS or Poison Control Center. 

❖ Designated Individual will retrieve the first aid kit near the ready table and assist EMS personnel as needed. 

❖ If the accident involves a gun shot injury, DESIGNATED INDIVIDUAL will 

 ▪ notify Guilford County 911 Emergency Center 

 ▪ Preserve scene as it appeared at the time of the accident. 

❖ DESIGNATED INDIVIDUAL will go to the range entrance and direct EMS personnel to injured. ❖COORDINATION ▪ DESIGNATED INVIDUAL will supervise the situation and ensure fulfillment of emergency procedures by. 

 ▪ Getting Names of witnesses and taking statements

 ▪ Completing INJURY REPORT FORMS (APPENDIX 4) 

 ▪ Notify official of Tier 1 Operations (if not already present) 

 ▪ Filing copies of injury report form with records as appropriate 

❖ HELICOPTER MEDICAL EVACUATION (MEDEVAC) ▪ A suitable MEDEVAC site is available at T1C Operations and visual signals such as smoke grenades are available for marking the landing site and stored in the range bag

APPENDIX 4:

INJURY REPORT FORM 

Name of Injured : 

Date of Injury :

Address where injury took place:

Time Of Injury :  

Telephone Number (Day) 

Telephone Number (Night) 

1. Describe the nature of injury (specify parts of body):_____________________________­___________ _____________________________________________________________________________________

2. Describe how the injury occurred:_______________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________

3. Describe first aid given: _______________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________

4. First aid was provided by (Include names, and contact information): ___________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________

5. Disposition (Specify name of hospital, telephone numbers, time of transport, etc):________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________

6.  Notification of next of kin (Specify time, person contacted, and method): _______________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________

7. Location of incident and conditions of area: _______________________________________________

8. Was protective equipment worn:________________________________________________________ 

9. Describe steps taken to preserve the scene (Equipment, photographs, etc.):_____________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________

10. Witness Statements: Interview witness separately. Use attachments if needed 

a. Witness (Name) _______________________________________Statement Attached Yes ____ No ___ Address___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone Number (Day) ______________________  Phone Number (Night) _________________________

b. Witness (Name) ___________________Statement Attached Yes ____ No ___ Address___________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ 

Phone Number (Day) _______________Phone Number (Night) ______________ 

c. Witness (Name) ___________________Statement Attached Yes ____ No ___ Address___________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ 

Phone Number (Day) _______________Phone Number (Night) ______________ 

11. Note and comments: 

12. Injury report completed by: 

a. Name:_____________________ Title:____________________ 

b. Date:______________________ 

c. Signature:______________________________________________ 

13. Disposition and Follow up: ____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________

Name: _______________________________ Title: _________________________________ 

Date: ________________________________ Signature:_____________________________

APPENDIX 5

RELEASE, WAIVER, INDEMNIFICATION, HOLD HARMLESS AND ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK AGREEMENT

WHEREAS, in consideration of being permitted to attend a course for instruction in firearms, for the instruction in firearms, for use of premises, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, Undersigned agrees to the following: Undersigned agrees to indemnify, hold harmless and defend ALEX CAILLAT/NATHAN GROOME (herein after referred to as "Instructor"), from any and all fault, liabilities, costs, expenses, claims, demands or lawsuits arising out of, related to or connected with: Undersigned's presence at and/or participation in the course of instruction; the discharge of firearms by Undersigned; Undersigned's presence on or use of the range, buildings, land and premises ("Premises"); and, any and all acts or omissions of Undersigned. Undersigned furthermore waives for himself/herself and for his/her executors, personal representatives, administrators, assignees, heirs and next of kin, any and all rights and claims for damages, losses, demands and any other actions or claims whatsoever, which he/she may have or which may arise against Instructor (including but not limited to the death of Undersigned and/or any and all injuries, damages or illnesses suffered by Undersigned or Undersigned's property), which may, in any way whatsoever, arise out of, be related to or be connected with: the course of instruction; the Premises, including any latent defect in the Premises; Undersigned's presence on or use of said Premises; Undersigned's property (whether or not entrusted to Instructor); and, the discharge of firearms. Instructor shall not be liable for, and Undersigned, on behalf of himself/herself and on behalf of his/her executors, personal representatives, administrators, assignees, heirs and next of kin, hereby expressly releases the Instructor from any and all such claims and liabilities. Undersigned hereby expressly assumes the risk of taking part in the course for instruction in firearms and taking part in the activities on the Premises, which include, but are not limited to, instruction in the use of firearms, the discharge of firearms and the firing of live ammunition. Undersigned hereby acknowledges and agrees that Undersigned has read this instrument and understands its terms and is executing this instrument voluntarily. Undersigned furthermore hereby acknowledges and agrees that he/she has read, understands and will at all times abide by all range rules and procedures and any other rules and procedures stated by the Instructor. Undersigned expressly agrees that this instrument is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by law, and that if any provision of this instrument is held invalid or otherwise unenforceable, the enforceability of the remaining provisions shall not be impaired thereby. No remedy conferred by any of the specific provisions of this instrument is intended to be exclusive of any other remedy, and each and every remedy shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every other remedy now or hereafter existing at law or in equity or by statute or otherwise. The election of any one or more remedy hereunder by the Instructor shall not constitute any waiver of Instructor's right to pursue other available remedies. This instrument binds Undersigned and his/her executors, personal representatives, administrators, assignees, heirs and next of kin. 

Signature: ____________________  Student Name: _____________________  Date: _______________

Signature: ____________________  Witness Name: _____________________  Date: _______________

Emergency Contact Name: ______________________  Contact Phone: __________________________