GUN SAFETY SEMINAR

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GUN SAFETY SEMINAR

• Philippine
• Firearm Law
• Basic Gun Safety
• Basic Marksmanship
• Written Exams
• Proficiency Firing
• For those requiring certificate

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Executive Order No. 256
Section 7 No Firearm application shall be
approved by the PNP-FED without a Certificate of
Attendance by the applicant in a seminar
covering Gun Safety, Responsibility, Laws,
Regulation and other pertinent topics. Signed by
the President on December 21, 1995.
Gun Safety Seminar is valid for Two (2) Years.
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PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 1866

• As amended by Republic Act 8294

FIREARM includes rifles, muskets, carbines,
shotguns, Revolvers, pistols and all other
deadly weapons from which bullet, ball, shot,
shell or other missile maybe discharged by means
of gunpowder or other explosives. The term also
include air rifles and pistols not classified as
toys under the provisions of Executive Order No.
712 dated 28 July 1981. The BARREL of any
firearm shall be considered a complete firearm.
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AMMUNITION refers to loaded shells for firearms
from which a bullet, ball, shot, shell or other
missile maybe fired by means of gunpowder or
explosives. LICENSE TO POSSESS FIREARM AND
AMMUNITION is a written document authorizing a
person to possess in his residence a licensed
firearm and an authorized quantity of
ammunition. RESIDENCE refers to that place where
the firearm and ammunition is being permanently
kept. It includes the office or house where it
is kept and the premises of the house enclosed by
walls and gates separating said premises from
adjacent properties. The VEHICLE IS NOT AN
EXTENSION of the firearm residence.
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Presidential Decree No. 1866as amended by
Republic Act 8294

• Section 1 It is unlawful to manufacture, sell,
  acquire, dispose or possess firearm/s, ammunition
  or instruments used or intended to be used in the
  manufacture of firearm/s and/or ammunition.
• Section 3 It is unlawful to tamper serial
  numbers of a firearm. The penalty of 4 years
  imprisonment shall be imposed upon any person who
  shall unlawfully tamper, change, deface or erase
  the serial number of any firearm.
• Section 5 The term UNLICENSED FIREARM includes
• Firearm/s with expired license
• Use of licensed firearm in the commission of a
  crime.

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LEGAL SOURCES OF FIREARMS

• Licensed firearm dealer through purchase.
• Licensed firearm holder through sale or transfer.
  Note that the firearm may be delivered by the
  seller to the buyer only after the latter has
  secured the corresponding firearm license.
• Importation or Purchase abroad of firearm and
  ammunition by individuals has been suspended by
  order of the President (SOP 13 Sept. 19, 1991)

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Revocation / Termination of License
1. A firearm license shall be revoked under any
of the following causes

• Loss of firearm through negligence
• Carrying of firearm outside residence without the
  appropriate permit
• Carrying of firearm in prohibited places
• Conviction by a competent court involving moral
  turpitude for any offense where the penalty
  carries an imprisonment of more than six (6)
  months and a fine of at least P1,000
• Unauthorized loan of firearm to another person
• Dismissal for cause from the service, in the case
  of government officials and/or employees
• Commission of a crime where the firearm is
  involved.

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• Upon revocation of the license, the firearm and
  ammunition covered by such license shall be
  surrendered to PNP-FED, in case of Metro Manila
  residents. In the provinces, it shall be
  surrendered to the PNP Regional or Provincial
  Director concerned who shall forward the same to
  PNP-FED for proper disposition.
• Upon the death or legal disability of the holder
  of a firearm, it shall be the duty of the nearest
  relative, legal representative or any person who
  shall knowingly come into possession of such
  firearm and ammunition to deliver the same after
  securing the necessary transport permit to the
  PNP-FED or the PNP Provincial or Regional
  Director. Such firearm and ammunition shall be
  retained pending issuance of a license in
  accordance with the law.
• It is the responsibility of the department head
  and/or employer to report to the PNP-FED any case
  of loss of a firearm covered by a SP, LCR, SCR,
  LRL and/or SRL.

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CARRYING AND TRANSPORT OF FIREARMS

• TRANSPORT PERMITS A one time pass issued to
  individuals for the purpose of transporting
  UNLOADED firearm/s and ammunition from one
  location to another and vice-versa if necessary.
• TRANSPORT PERMITS FOR GUN CLUB MEMBERS A
  written authority issued to FED accredited gun
  club members for the purpose of transporting
  UNLOADED firearm/s and ammunition from residence
  to accredited firing ranges and vice-versa.
• HUNTING PERMITS A written authority issued to
  individuals for purposes of transporting UNLOADED
  firearm/s and ammunition to hunt in legal hunting
  grounds.

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• PERMIT TO CARRY FIREARM OUTSIDE RESIDENCE
  (PTCFOR) A written authority issued to
  individuals who are under actual threat or whose
  lives are in imminent danger due to the nature of
  their position, occupation or calling. PTCFOR is
  issued by the Chief, Civil Security Group (CSG)
  per authority granted by the CPNP. PTCFOR is
  valid for One (1) year provided that the firearm
  license is valid.
• DUTY DETAIL ORDER A written order issued by a
  superior officer to his subordinates assigning to
  the latter the performance of a specific task
  within or outside his official station that is a
  part of his regular duties.

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• MISSION ORDER A written directive issued by a
  competent authority to individuals who are under
  his supervision and control for a definite
  purpose or objective during a specified period
  and to such place or places therein mentioned.
• NO MISSION ORDER SHALL BE ISSUED TO ANY CIVILIAN
  AGENT authorizing the same to carry firearm
  outside residence unless the individual is
• a. included in the regular plantilla of the
  government agency involved in law enforcement
• b. is receiving regular compensation for the
  services he is rendering in the agency
• c. the civilian agent must be included in a
  special law enforcement, police, intelligence
  project proposal or special project which
  specifically requires the use of firearm/s to
  insure its accomplishment.

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MANNER OF CARRYING FIREARM

• The sidearm carried by a person in uniform shall
  be placed in a holster securely attached to the
  belt.
• Persons in uniform but without holster and those
  in civilian clothes who are authorized to carry
  their firearm outside residence shall ensure that
  their firearm is concealed unless in actual use
  for legitimate purpose.
• The practice of flagrantly displaying a firearm
  or tucking it at the waist while in uniform or
  civilian clothes is prohibited.
• Only firearms specifically described in the
  permit shall be carried.

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LIMITATION AND RESTRICTIONS

• Those authorized to carry firearms shall not
  bring said firearms inside public drinking
  places. Cabarets, public dance halls and public
  amusements places or while attending civic,
  political or religious rallies and meetings.
• Carrying of long firearms is prohibited in Metro
  Manila, chartered cities, provincial capitals and
  other thickly populated areas or fiestas or other
  large gatherings except when called for in the
  performance of duty or accomplishment of mission.

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TO SUMMARIZE

• License to Possess Firearm Ammunition is not an
  authority to bring firearm outside residence
• Your vehicle is not an extension of your
  residence
• Your firearm license is valid for two (2) years
• You have to renew your license with the PNP-FED
  before it expires
• PTCFOR is valid for one (1) year
• provided that firearm license is current
• PTCFOR and other Firearm Transport
• Permits are automatically suspended
• once Firearm License expires.

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REQUISITES FOR A VALID SELF DEFENSE
Article 11 of our Revised Penal Code states the
justifying circumstances wherein anyone acting in
defense of his person or rights, do not incur any
criminal liability. First, Unlawful
aggression Second, Reasonable necessity of the
means employed to prevent or repel it Third,
Lack of sufficient provocation on the part of the
person defending himself. ALL THREE MUST EXIST.
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FOUR RULES OF GUN SAFETY
CONSIDER EVERY GUN AS LOADED.
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Never let the muzzle of a gun point at anything
that you do not intend to shoot. Keep your
finger off the trigger unless you are ready to
fire. Be sure of your target and what lies
beyond and around it before you shoot.
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• If a child finds a gun, they should be taught to
• STOP and DO NOT TOUCH THE GUN.
• LEAVE THE AREA.
• TELL A RESPONSIBLE ADULT WHAT HE FOUND.

An adult who finds a gun should not touch what he
found also. Even if the adult is familiar with
gun safety, the gun could be essential evidence
that could be used in solving a crime and the
mere position of the gun could be important. Not
to mention fingerprints, blood or cartridge
cases. Obviously, the police should be notified
first.
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It is far better thing to GUN PROOF YOUR CHILDREN
than to CHILD PROOF a gun.
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY TIPS

• Be sure that your gun is safe to operate.
• Seek professional training with your gun.
• Use only the correct ammunition. Be careful of
  hot loads.
• 4. Wear eye and ear protection as appropriate.
• 5. Never take a gun away from someone by pulling
  on the barrel.
• 6. Never use drugs or alcohol before or during
  shooting.

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• Never shoot into water and avoid ricochets.
  Also, do not shoot at heavy objects such as
  junked cars, old propane tanks and abandoned
  refrigerators.
• Store firearms and ammunition separately.
• While hunting, be completely aware of the
  whereabout of your buddies and NEVER SHOOT AT
  SOUND OR MOVEMENT WHILE HUNTING.
• While hunting, you should positively identify the
  sex of the animal before readying your shot.
  Female animals are normally not hunted.
• Be aware that certain firearms and activities
  have additional rules and precautions.

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12. Never climb a tree or fence or jump a ditch
with a loaded gun. 13. Always obey Range
Rules and your Range Safety Officer. 14.
Never rely solely on the safety devices of your
gun. Remember that your gun is a piece of
equipment. 15. Never allow horseplay with
your gun. 16. Carry guns in cases. 17. Be sure
that your barrel is clear of obstructions
before firing.
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RANGE SAFETY ETIQUETTE

• Make sure that your firearm is cased and unloaded
  when you enter a shooting range.
• The uncasing and casing of your firearm should
  always take place at the SAFETY AREA.
• The handling of ammunition in any SAFETY AREA
  is prohibited.
• If allowed to holster, firearm must be unloaded,
  hammer down and with no magazine inserted.
  Handling of firearm in any fashion outside the
  SAFETY AREA is not allowed without the express
  authorization of the Range Officer.
• Eye and ear protection must be worn at all times
  while on the shooting range whether shooting or
  not.

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• 6. When allowed to handle your firearm, always
  point the muzzle of your firearm down range.
  Never hold your firearm if there are people in
  front of you or with people downrange.
• 7. In a firing line with no barriers, the
  person to your right is always given priority
  unless otherwise stated.
• 8. Always announce that you are firing before
  you start
• shooting to allow people to prepare for
  your firing.
• 9. Load firearm only upon the advice of your
  Range Officer.
• 10. The Range Officer is the only boss inside the
  shooting range.

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TIPS IN TRANSPORTING FIREARMS

• Never carry your handgun in your pocket, purse or
  waistband. Use a proper gun case or holster.
• Always transport your firearm in a safe unloaded
  condition.
• When carrying with a loaded chamber, make sure
  that the safety mechanism is on. A safer option
  is to carry the pistol with a loaded magazine but
  with an empty chamber.
• For revolvers, carry loaded revolvers with an
  empty chamber under the hammer.
• Always bring the original copy of your firearm
  license and transport permit or PTCFOR when
  transporting your firearm. Note that you are
  required to show your documents when requested by
  any law enforcement officer.

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Marksmanship
The skillful art of shooting and hitting a target
at a given range or known distance.
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STANCE
1. CONTROL 2. ARMS 3. POSTURE 4. ALIGNMENT 5.
NATURAL POINT OF AIM 6. STANCE WIDTH
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GRIP
Consistency and neutrality are the goals. You
should have a totally neutral feeling in each
hand. Achieving neutrality allows the Grip and
Stance technique to perform its most important
function ALLOWING THE GUN TO RECOIL IN THE SAME
DIRECTION, TO THE SAME LEVEL, AND ON THE SAME
PATH. The Grip and Stance cannot control recoil
in the sense of stopping recoil. Thats not
possible. What is possible is control of the
sight and the gun.
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BREATHE CONTROL
The breathing process provides the body with
oxygen and eliminates waste elements from the
blood. Correct breathing while shooting is
essential to proper body functions. A complete
respiratory cycle last for 45 seconds (inhaling
and exhaling) and between each cycle, there is a
pause of 23 seconds. This pause can
be extended up to 10 seconds without any special
labor or unpleasant sensation.
IT IS DURING THIS PAUSE BETWEEN BREATHS
THAT THE SHOOTER SHOULD FIRE THE SHOT. During
the pause, the breathing muscles are relaxed thus
the shooter avoids strain from the diaphragm.
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SIGHT ALIGNMENTSIGHT PICTURE

• - Sight Alignment is the relationship between
  the rear sight and the front sight with respect
  to the eye.
• - Sight Picture is the relationship between the
  rear sight and the front sight to the target with
  respect to the eye.

Aiming points commonly used Six Oclock and
Twelve Oclock hold. Reference is a clock. Thus,
when it is said that shooter is hitting 3
Oclock, it means that he is hitting right of
target.
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TRIGGER CONTROL
Is the method used to apply pressure on the
trigger so that the shot can be fired with the
least amount of disturbance to sight alignment.
It is the independent action of the trigger with
uniform increasing pressure straight to the rear
after the slack has been taken.
FOLLOW THROUGH is the continued and physical
application of the fundamentals after each round
has been fired. The shooter must not shift his
position, move his head or bring down the pistol
for a few seconds after firing a shot. CALLING
THE SHOTS is the prediction of the shots on
where the hits are on the target.
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ERRORS IN TRIGGER CONTROL

• FLINCHING - muscular tension or reaction
  in anticipation of the recoil. It is caused by
  moving the head, closing the eyes, moving the
  shoulder to the rear or combination.
• JERKING - an attempt to make the pistol
  fire at a certain instant by rapidly applying
  pressure on the trigger.

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STANCE GRIP BREATHE CONTROL SIGHT ALIGNMENT
PICTURE TRIGGER CONTROL
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GUN SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.