Range Rules

Range Rules

(Revised 9/3/2026)

SECTION 1 – PERMITTED AIRGUNS

1. Only airguns not requiring a Firearms Certificate are permitted.

2. Air rifles must not exceed 12 ft·lb and air pistols must not exceed 6 ft·lb.

3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure their airgun complies with legal limits.

4. A chronograph may be requested via a Committee member.

5. No FAC air weapons are permitted.

6. No airguns, pellets or compressed air cylinders are stored on site.

SECTION 2 – RANGE SUPERVISION

7. A minimum of two adults must be present before shooting commences, one being a Club member.

8. A Duty Range Officer (RO) must be appointed before shooting commences.

9. The RO must be an adult member (18+) and has full authority over safety.

10. All RO instructions must be followed immediately.

11. All participants must sign in.

SECTION 3 – WHISTLE CONTROL

13. One whistle blast means CEASE FIRE and all shooting must stop immediately.

14. Two whistle blasts mean ALL CLEAR and shooting may recommence.

15. Pistol and rifle ranges operate as one range during ceasefire conditions.

SECTION 4 – CEASEFIRE PROCEDURE

16. On ceasefire, stop immediately.

17. If armed, discharge safely into the ground over the firing line.

18. Remove magazine (if fitted), open breech and make safe.

19. Inform the RO you are safe.

20. Do not look through sights during ceasefire.

21. Never cross the firing line except under declared ceasefire conditions and when signalled by the RO.

SECTION 5 – SAFE HANDLING

22. When moving between firing points, guns must be disarmed, magazines removed, Spring guns should be unlatched or broken while moving.

24. Guns must be carried muzzle down or pointed downrange.

26. When cocking a spring gun, hold the barrel or underlever when inserting a pellet.

27. Only shoot at designated targets from designated firing points.

28. Muzzle must be over the firing line and trigger behind it when shooting.

29. Do not shoot targets at acute angles unless deliberately positioned.

30. Never rest the muzzle of a gun on your foot.

31. Do not handle another person’s airgun without permission.

SECTION 6 – MAGAZINES & LOADING

32. Single-shot loaders are permitted.

33. Magazines must be removed during ceasefire.

34. Magazines must be removed before leaving the firing line.

SECTION 7 – SLIPS, TRIPS & GROUND CONDITIONS

35. The range surface may be uneven, muddy, icy or slippery. Suitable footwear must be worn.

36. Running on the range is prohibited.

37. All bags, cylinders and equipment must be kept clear of walkways and firing points.

38. Any trip hazard or unsafe condition must be reported immediately to the RO.

SECTION 8 – LADDER USE

39. Only persons competent to use a ladder may do so. If in doubt, you are not competent.

SECTION 9 – MANUAL HANDLING

40. Care must be taken when lifting targets, pellet traps, cylinders or equipment.

41. Do not attempt to lift heavy items alone if assistance is required.

42. Compressed air cylinders must not be dropped, rolled carelessly or left unsecured.

SECTION 10 – WEATHER CONDITIONS

43. Shooting must cease immediately during lightning.

44. The RO may suspend shooting during high winds, heavy rain, ice or unsafe weather.

45. Participants are responsible for suitable clothing and hydration.

SECTION 11 – COMPRESSED AIR SAFETY

46. Compressed air cylinders are permitted in the upper assembly area only and not on the shooting range.

47. Cylinders must be stored upright and stable when in use.

48. Filling equipment must not obstruct walkways.

SECTION 12 – RANGE ACCESS & VEHICLE SAFETY

49. All airguns must be bagged when entering or leaving the range.

50. Access requires crossing the Smallbore range and following its instructions.

51. If a red traffic light is showing, do not leave the airgun range.

52. Raise the blue flag and wait for green light if exit is required while red is showing.

53. Vehicles must be parked in designated areas only and pedestrian routes kept clear.

SECTION 13 – HOUSEKEEPING

54. All litter, pellet tins and used targets must be removed after shooting.

55. Damaged structures or equipment must be reported immediately.

56. The RO must ensure targets are returned to the shed and the shed locked after use.

SECTION 14 – VISITOR & CHILD SAFETY

57. Children and visitors must remain under supervision at all times.

58. Visitors must remain behind designated safe areas unless authorised by the RO.

SECTION 15 – EMERGENCY & FIRST AID

59. A First Aid kit must be available during shooting sessions.

60. All accidents and near misses must be reported to the Committee.

61. Emergency evacuation procedures displayed on site must be followed when required.

SECTION 16 – MEMBERS LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES

62. Members must take reasonable precautions to prevent under-18 access to airguns.

63. Airguns must be stored securely, out of sight and separately from ammunition when under-18s are present.

64. Airguns must never be stored loaded.

65. Under-18s may only possess an airgun under lawful supervision or club conditions.

66. Airguns must be transported directly to and from the range in a bag or slip.

67. It is an offence to fire beyond site boundaries or carry an airgun in public without lawful excuse.

68. No live quarry to be shot