GUN SAFETY SEMINAR

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

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.

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.

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.

Presidential Decree No. 1866

as 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: a. Firearm/s with expired license b. Use of licensed firearm in the commission of a crime.

LEGAL SOURCES OF FIREARMS

1. Licensed firearm dealer through purchase. 2. 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. 3. Importation or Purchase abroad of firearm and ammunition by individuals has been suspended by order of the President (SOP # 13 Sept. 19, 1991)

KINDS OF Firearm LICENSES Licenses are VALID FOR TO TWO POSSESS YEARS. FIREARM
REGULAR LICENSE (RL)
Privately owned by civilians, security agencies and corporation for use of security guards.

LONG LONG REGULAR CERT. OF LICENSE (LRL) REGISTRATION (LCR)

Private firms, establishments, corporations for use by their officials or employees excluding security guards. Govt. agencies or offices, govt. owned or controlled corp. For use by their Officials or employees excluding guards.

SPECIAL PERMIT (SP)

Privately owned by government officials and employees.

SHORT REGULAR LICENSE (SRL)

Private employee issued a firearm covered by LRL.

SHORT CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION (SCR)

Government official or employee issued a firearm covered by LCR.

Revocation / Termination of License

1. A firearm license shall be revoked under any of

the following causes:

a. Loss of firearm through negligence; b. Carrying of firearm outside residence without the appropriate permit; c. Carrying of firearm in prohibited places; d. 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; e. Unauthorized loan of firearm to another person; f. Dismissal for cause from the service, in the case of government officials and/or employees; g. Commission of a crime where the firearm is involved.

2. 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.
3. 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. 4. 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.

CARRYING AND TRANSPORT OF FIREARMS

1. 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. 2. 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.

3. HUNTING PERMITS A written authority issued to individuals for purposes of transporting UNLOADED firearm/s and ammunition to hunt in legal hunting grounds.

4. 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. 5. 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.

6. 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.

1. The sidearm carried by a person in uniform shall be placed in a holster securely attached to the belt. 2. 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. 3. The practice of flagrantly displaying a firearm or tucking it at the waist while in uniform or civilian clothes is prohibited. 4. Only firearms specifically described in the permit shall be carried.

1. 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. 2. 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.

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.

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.

FOUR RULES OF GUN SAFETY

CONSIDER EVERY GUN AS LOADED.

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.

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.

It is far better thing to GUN PROOF YOUR CHILDREN than to CHILD PROOF a gun.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY TIPS

1. Be sure that your gun is safe to operate. 2. Seek professional training with your gun. 3. 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.

7. Never shoot into water and avoid ricochets. Also, do not shoot at heavy objects such as junked cars, old propane tanks and abandoned refrigerators. 8. Store firearms and ammunition separately.
9. While hunting, be completely aware of the whereabout of your buddies and NEVER SHOOT AT SOUND OR MOVEMENT WHILE HUNTING. 10. While hunting, you should positively identify the sex of the animal before readying your shot. Female animals are normally not hunted. 11. Be aware that certain firearms and activities have additional rules and precautions.

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.

RANGE SAFETY & ETIQUETTE

1. Make sure that your firearm is cased and unloaded when you enter a shooting range. 2. The uncasing and casing of your firearm should always take place at the SAFETY AREA. 3. The handling of ammunition in any SAFETY AREA is prohibited. 4. 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.

5. Eye and ear protection must be worn at all times while on the shooting range whether shooting or not.

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.

TIPS IN TRANSPORTING FIREARMS

1. Never carry your handgun in your pocket, purse or waistband. Use a proper gun case or holster. 2. Always transport your firearm in a safe unloaded condition. 3. 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. 4. For revolvers, carry loaded revolvers with an empty chamber under the hammer. 5. 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.

Marksmanship
The skillful art of shooting and hitting a target at a given range or known distance.

STANCE
1. CONTROL 2. ARMS 3. POSTURE 4. ALIGNMENT 5. NATURAL POINT OF AIM 6. STANCE WIDTH

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.

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.

SIGHT ALIGNMENT SIGHT 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.

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.

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.

STANCE GRIP
BREATHE CONTROL SIGHT ALIGNMENT & PICTURE TRIGGER CONTROL