NRA Range Safety Officer

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Join FreeState Firearms Training for our comprehensive NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) Course, designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and attitude essential for organizing, conducting, and supervising safe shooting activities and range operations. Whether you're looking to work at a range, enhance your firearm safety skills, or take on a leadership role in your shooting community, this course is your first step toward becoming a nationally recognized Range Safety Officer. 

The NRA Range Safety Officer Course, conducted by FreeState Firearms Training, is an 8-hour classroom-based program that prepares participants to manage safe shooting environments. Developed in response to the demand for a nationally recognized certification, this course focuses on the critical responsibilities of an RSO, ensuring safety at all times. No firearms or ammunition are allowed in the classroom, making this a non-shooting course suitable for a wide range of participants.

• Roles and Responsibilities of an RSO: Understand the duties involved in overseeing safe range operations.
• Range Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Learn to develop and implement effective SOPs for consistent safety.
• Range Inspection and Rules: Master the process of inspecting ranges and enforcing safety protocols.
• Range Briefings: Gain skills to deliver clear and effective safety briefings to shooters.
• Emergency Procedures: Be prepared to handle emergencies with confidence and efficiency.
• Firearm Stoppages and Malfunctions: Learn to identify and address common firearm issues safely.

• Duration: 9 hours
• Location: 603 E. Ridgeville Blvd, Mt. Airy, MD 21771
• Prerequisites: Participants must be 21 years or older and have a baseline knowledge of firearms safety and handling. It is recommended to have completed a basic shooting course prior to attending.
• Certification: Upon successful completion, participants must register with the NRA for certification. 
• Instructors: NRA-certified Chief Range Safety Officers from FreeState Firearms Training.
• Cost: $150

This course does not teach competitive shooting event management or serve as a firearms instructor certification. It is specifically designed to prepare you for the safety-related duties of an RSO, making it ideal for range staff, firearms enthusiasts, and safety-conscious shooters.