Firearm Safety Check Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What should you do in STEP 1?

Safe it. (correct)

Place on auto.

Pull trigger to rear.

Place on semi.

What occurs in STEP 2?

Pull trigger; hammer should not fall.

What is done in STEP 3?

Place on semi.

What happens in STEP 4?

Pull trigger and hold it; hammer should fall. Signup and view all the answers

What is performed in STEP 5?

Place on auto. Signup and view all the answers

What occurs in STEP 6?

Pull charging handle to rear and release. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do in STEP 7?

Pull trigger to rear and hold it; hammer should fall. Signup and view all the answers

What is the action in STEP 8?

Cycle charging handle 3 times then release. Signup and view all the answers

What is done in STEP 9?

Release trigger and pull one more time; hammer should fall. Signup and view all the answers

What does the function check indicate when completed?

Function check complete. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

M4 Function Check Steps

Step 1: SAFE IT - Ensures the weapon is in a safe condition before proceeding.
Step 2: PULL TRIGGER - The hammer should not fall, indicating the safety mechanism is engaged properly.

Transition from Semi to Auto

Step 3: PLACE ON SEMI - Switch the fire selector to semi-automatic mode.
Step 4: PULL TRIGGER AND HOLD IT - In this mode, the hammer should fall, verifying that the weapon can fire in semi-automatic.

Configuring for Automatic Fire

Step 5: PLACE ON AUTO - Change the fire selector to automatic mode.
Step 6: PULL CHARGING HANDLE TO REAR AND RELEASE - This action chambers a round and prepares the weapon for firing in automatic mode.

Final Trigger Checks

Step 7: PULL TRIGGER TO REAR AND HOLD IT - The hammer should fall, confirming the automatic mechanism is functional.
Step 8: CYCLE CHARGING HANDLE 3 TIMES THEN RELEASE - This ensures proper cycling and chambering of rounds within the automatic setting.

Completion of Function Check

Step 9: RELEASE TRIGGER AND PULL ONE MORE TIME - This final pull should cause the hammer to fall, confirming successful function check.
Function Check Complete - All steps indicate the weapon is functioning correctly in both semi and automatic modes.

Description

Master the essential steps for conducting a safe and effective firearm check with these flashcards. Each card outlines crucial actions to ensure safety and proper handling of the weapon. Perfect for both beginners and experienced users looking to reinforce their knowledge of firearm procedures.