The automatic target retrieval system can place targets at any distance, in onefoot increments from 7 to 150 feet. Holstered, in section 4 of these rules, the range safety officer manual. This etl is directive in accordance with air force instruction afi 321023, design and construction standards and execution of facility construction projects, and afi 36 2226, combat arms program, and must be used by a range designer when designing a new range or renovating an existing range. From gun safety rules and training programs, to information for parents about firearms in the home, the nra is dedicated to providing resources and services to educate shooters of all ages about the safe handling and storage of firearms. In the interests of safety, any breach of these regulations is to be reported immediately to range control. Featuring 15 shooting booths, the nra range has ample room for pistol, rifle, and shotgun shooting. Recommended minimum engagement distances backsplash28 table 2. Nra explore nra range development and operations course. The outer perimeters of the range shall be secured by a natural barrier or adequate fencing when there is a risk of trespassing by unauthorized persons.
Nra shooting range services the nra range source book page. In general, minnesota has adopted the shooting range construction and operation standards contained in the 1999 edition of the. Outdoor range facility standards required recommended 1. The states that have taken this approach are florida, kansas. Each lane has a foxhole and prone firing position at the firing line. A maintenance plan for the shooting range and a description of how the maintenance plan compares with the nra range source book. The nra s safety performance standards are specified in its range source book i. Shooters 2901 gun club road augusta, ga 30907 7067550424 phone 7069551244 fax. Nra range services helps range owners build better businesses. Each lane includes boots for a target frame at both 10 and 25 meters. Baffled range a handgun or rifle range whose design has incorporated a series of overhead andor ground baffles, or similar construction features, that serve to contain all fired bullets and ricochets to the active range area.
Disciplinespecific standards are listed with each course of fire. The nra range source book is designed to provide technical guidance and. Range accessibility checklist national rifle association. Nra shooting range services the nra range source book. However, the source book explicitly states that it is merely a guide and should not be used to establish design standards or criteria for shooting ranges, which vary based on many factors, including location and type of shooting. Air force, etl 1118 small arms range design and construction. Planning a shooting range facility is a major undertaking. For those who are ready to take the next step and open a worldclass shooting facility like tom, nra range services is standing by to help turn opportunity into reality.
The use of a range for centre fire rifle, in addition to handgun, will often be dependant on the economics of the necess ary construction andor the danger area available. These regulations must be read in conjunction with the current rules of shooting published annually by the nra. Additionally, this document should be used as a guide for any ranges purchased as equipment. Standard operating procedures your range name 100 center shot road firing line, virginia xxxxx sample only it is up to the local cluborganizationfacility to determine whether standard operating. The industry standard recommendations for the design and operation of facilities like the. The 2012 nra range source book is a technical source book for shooting range builders and operators. This etl provides criteria for the design and construction of air force small arms ranges, and applies to both new construction and major renovations. Instead, their laws encourage ranges to comply with the national rifle association s nra range safety standards by protecting those that do from civil liability, criminal prosecution, and injunctions related to a range of actions including violating safety standards, operating an illegal nonconforming use, and exceeding acceptable noise standards. The nsc has no responsibility for any accident, injury, loss or damage arising from noncompliance with these regulations. Ranges are categorized by the type of construction, shooting activity, target, firearms and. Microsoft word range designs for shooting sports 512018 author.
Nra sports 3 gun experience events will need to have a minimum of two current nra certified instructors andor range safety officers present. Its a pistol range, the original post doesnt tell us how far he wants to shoot so its wide open but im betting 200yds is a touch more than intended. Design use the standard zero range layout referenced above as the basis for the range. Wbdg is a gateway to uptodate information on integrated whole building design techniques and technologies. Firing lanes for pistols and shotguns should be 5 feet center to center see figure 11. Ranges national shooting sports foundation shooting range public relations, if you have any doubt about the adequacy of your range design, obtain the shooting range manual from the nra.
Range design criteria june 2012 1 range design criteria 1. It replaces the cehnc 1110 series range design manuals. Gun range owners suit says nra safety standards have no place in texas law. Shooters who are not familiar with shooting terms targets, equipment, positions, scoring procedures, etc. Range safety officer tshirt restricted item chief range safety officer tshirt restricted item chief range safety officer longsleeved tshirt restricted item range perimeter signs 10pk range rules poster. The types of tournaments which are sanctioned are listed in rule 1. Range design and construction guidelines vii list of tables table 1. The updated version of the nra source book includes both information on outdoor and indoor ranges, and an extensive vendors list of. Shooting sports is an important part of our bsa camping operations.
The source book discusses methods and technologies which may result in a fuller use of range operations. It is a good idea to familiarize yourself with these rules, especially if you will be taking the nra range test. The national rifle association is americas longeststanding civil rights organization. Best management practices for lead at outdoor shooting ranges. The standard catalogs standardsdefinitions are roughly similar to the nras for modern guns, but its definitionsstandards for antique gun conditions are markedly different. Department of energy doe livefire ranges for use in planning new facilities and major rehabilitation of existing facilities. Range specific walkways, routes and trails include those used to access or move between riflepistol ranges, shotgun ranges and to move within rangesbays including accessing target placement area. The united states environmental protection agency epa does not certify or approve ranges, range design or lead management practices. Indoor range design guide meggitt training systems. Gun range owners suit says nra safety standards have no.
Definition of outdoor shooting range in this article, unless the context otherwise requires, outdoor shooting range or range means a permanently located and improved area that is designed and operated for the use of rifles. The nra design and contract document manuals contain information relating to the design. To order support materials, please call the nra program materials center toll free at 18003367402, or visit us online at. A key element for advancement in any profession is continuing education. Find an nra sports event at your local club or range. The intent of this etl is to provide the minimum design criteria. Nra instructors and volunteers will need to be able to set targets the day before and also help in the cleanup process on the final day. Guidelines for designing an indoor firing range ventilation system.
In order to have a safe and fun shooting sports program, the bsa has set forth safety standards and training for all volunteers and staff who will be in charge of shooting sports activities. The range should be in a relatively safe and isolated area. The design and construction of most outdoor ranges is such that the ability of the range to contain bullets is determined by the fact that they must be fired in a. Nra nra programs national rifle association nra sports develops exciting, recreational shooting programs for all skill levels. If specific exceptions are not made, the official nra rules apply. While the actual range you select may not be the nra range in fairfax, va, its safety rules and regulations are a standard nationwide. However, additional environmental regulations may apply to your shooting range. Anticipate needing, at a minimum, 2to3 volunteers to help run your. Design criteria for shooting ranges national shooting sports foundation the national rifle association offers a number of helpful resources, including, but not limited to.
Range design criteria june 2012 9 shooting, size of target frames and carriers, and the spacing of target frames or carriers. Plans for outdoor pistol range on private property. The nra range source book is designed to provide technical guidance and typical examples of physical layout and equipment used on shooting ranges for various firearms, ammunition types and shooting activities. Bmp for lead at outdoor shooting ranges best management practices for lead at outdoor shooting ranges notice this manual is intended to provide useful general information to shooting range ownersoperators. Take an online course, learn from the nra range technical team and find other educational materials and resources. The rdg 1 identifies and defines interface points between the targetry system contractor and the range. This source book supersedes previous range manual publications produced by the national. All errors in this handbook should be notified to iain robertson by email at iain. This alert presents five case reports that document lead and noise exposures of law enforcement officers and students. Cdc indoor firing ranges niosh workplace safety and. The nra range is open to the general public nra members and nonmembers for recreational shooting, and is also used for a variety of programs including nra basic firearm training courses, competitions, league shooting, junior shooting programs, nra instructor training courses, shooting clinics and more. Over thirty chapters of information on range operation and construction collected for you in a threering binder. About four years ago, wodack approached esworthy to inquire about combining specific design criteria into a specialized, modern system. The range design guide rdg is a webbased tool that provides guidance for design and construction of us army training ranges.
Nov 22, 2017 gun range owners suit says nra safety standards have no place in texas law. The nra range manual is an excellent reference for range safety development. The program, range facilities and officials must comply with standards established by the nra. The firing range space types are special indoor facilities used to train and certify federal law enforcement personnel in the use of handguns, shotguns, rifles, etc. Shooting range standard operating procedure gun club road llc dba. Limitations of ballistic performance on ranges 02065 02075 e. Realistically a pistol range out to 100 yards is fairly long so if we take the numbers from nra book then that tells us that the range berm should be bench. The targets and firing points are raised above ground level.
A guide to planning and constructionpublished by the national rifle association. Nra range services offers a number of resources to public and private ranges across the country including onsite assistance, educational seminars, grants and much more. Nra standards welcome to the national roads authority standards website. The 50yard, wheelchair accessible nra range is open to all nra members and the general public. The nra range source book is designed to provide technical guidance and typical examples of physical layout and equipment used on shooting ranges for various firearms, ammunition types and. All orders subject to shipping fees and sales tax where applicable. A description of how the proposed shooting range design compares to the design standards in the nra range source book.
Source book design the nra range source book is designed to provide technical guidance and. This document will be approved and maintained by the office of. The alert examines firing range operations, exposure assessment and control methods, existing regulations, and exposure standards and guidelines. As articles about irresponsible rural gun owners allowing rounds to escape from homemade ranges featuring poorlyconstructed backstops continue to make headlines, buckeye firearms association is dedicated to continue efforts to educate gun owners on the importance of range responsibility. Reducing exposure to lead and noise at indoor firing ranges. The goal of whole building design is to create a successful highperformance building by applying an integrated design and team approach to the project during the. The nra range development and operations online course is designed to educate potential and current range owners and operators in identifying potential problems associated with range development, environmental issues and safety.
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