Range is Clear ...

[RicInOR]

What do you do to ensure your range is safe to ... move, shoot, check targets, etc?


Pointing and Calling.

This safety concept seems like something to easily add whether you are in the forest or at a standard range.

Why Japan's Rail Workers Can't Stop Pointing at Things

" ... pointing-and-calling is known to reduce workplace errors by up to 85 percent, according to one 1996 study. While some workers point-and-call more enthusiastically than others, even those who are more blasé benefit from the increased awareness that comes from physically reinforcing each task."

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[Kruel J]

I know when I'm shooting pistol, I generally point-shoot as I figure that will be the case if I have to use it in a defensive situation.

Does that count?

 

[SA Shooter]

LOL @Kruel J

I've seen that practice used by factory workers, trainmen, police and other civil servant operations in Japan.

The folks that rebuild/maintain the bullet trains do it as well.

 

[Flopsweat]

We have one designated person who calls the range hot and cold. If there are lights or other indicators, I generally use them as well. If there are new shooters or people I don't know, I (and most of my friends) keep an eye on them to be sure they don't do anything unsafe.

 

[PiratePast40]

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Pointing and Calling.

This safety concept seems like something to easily add whether you are in the forest or at a standard range.

Why Japan's Rail Workers Can't Stop Pointing at Things

" ... pointing-and-calling is known to reduce workplace errors by up to 85 percent, according to one 1996 study. While some workers point-and-call more enthusiastically than others, even those who are more blasé benefit from the increased awareness that comes from physically reinforcing each task."

I was doing that during flight instruction for my private pilots license. The instructor said he had never seen anyone touch every gauge, switch, lever, and wheel while reading the checklist out loud. I couldn't understand why everyone didn't do it, but maybe some of my bubblehead training was coming through.

 

[Boboclown]

I take off my shoes and scare away others with my foot odor.

Can't say its unsafe if others leave.

 

[Stomper]

They also point and yell.... GODZILLA!!!

 

[Mister Bisley]

I take off my shoes and scare away others with my foot odor.

Can't say its unsafe if others leave.

LOL

 

[tac]

I was doing that during flight instruction for my private pilots license. The instructor said he had never seen anyone touch every gauge, switch, lever, and wheel while reading the checklist out loud. I couldn't understand why everyone didn't do it, but maybe some of my bubblehead training was coming through.

I did zackly the same, but got no comment.