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What is the maximum number of rounds for a Short Course?
What is the maximum number of rounds for a Short Course?
What is the maximum number of shooting locations for a Medium Course?
What is the maximum number of shooting locations for a Medium Course?
Which course requires no more than 32 rounds in level III or higher matches?
Which course requires no more than 32 rounds in level III or higher matches?
What are the standard elements that must be included in a Standard Exercise?
What are the standard elements that must be included in a Standard Exercise?
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What is the minimum distance required from metal targets while shooting?
What is the minimum distance required from metal targets while shooting?
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What is the purpose of safe angles of fire in course design?
What is the purpose of safe angles of fire in course design?
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What considerations must be made regarding the range surface prior to a match?
What considerations must be made regarding the range surface prior to a match?
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What must be done to prevent a 'shoot through' with the physical placement of paper targets?
What must be done to prevent a 'shoot through' with the physical placement of paper targets?
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Natural or created obstacles in a course must provide reasonable safety for all competitors.
Natural or created obstacles in a course must provide reasonable safety for all competitors.
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What is the minimum free space required between competitors in a common firing line?
What is the minimum free space required between competitors in a common firing line?
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Study Notes
Types of Courses
- Short Course: Maximum of 12 rounds, 2 shooting locations, 8 scoring hits; all targets from one view not allowed.
- Medium Course: Up to 20 rounds, 3 locations allowed, with the same limitation of scoring hits as Short Courses.
- Long Course: In Level III or higher matches, limited to 32 rounds; follows the same scoring hit rules as shorter courses.
Special Course of Fire
- Standard Exercise: Comprises multiple timed strings, limited to 24 rounds; maximum of 6 rounds per string or 12 with a mandatory reload.
- Classifiers: Must be set up per published diagrams for accuracy.
- Speed Shoot: Consists of one string, no more than 16 rounds, featuring multiple targets from a single location.
- Shoot-off: Specific structured competitions that may follow different guidelines.
Physical Construction
- Host organizations are accountable for safety in course design, which must be approved by the Range Master.
- Design should minimize injury risks and facilitate access for officials overseeing competitions.
Safe Angles of Fire
- Construction of courses must ensure safe shooting angles and prevent ricochets.
- Adequate measurements and construction materials for backstops and side berms must be carefully considered.
Minimum Distances
- Maintain a minimum shooting distance of 23 feet from metal targets or hard cover.
- When using Fault Lines, ensure competitors are at least 26 feet away from the targets.
Target Locations
- Targets should be positioned to avoid breaching safe shooting angles during visibility conditions.
Range Surface
- Range surfaces should be maintained clear of debris and prepared prior to matches for safety.
- Range Officials can improve deteriorating surfaces anytime, without the ability for competitors to appeal.
Obstacles
- Obstacles must accommodate varying heights and build of competitors, ensuring safety for all involved at competitions.
Common Firing Lines
- In courses requiring simultaneous firing, maintain at least 5 feet of space between competitors for safety.
Target Placement
- Care should be taken to avoid shoot-through situations; placement of targets must be clearly indicated on stands.
- Monitor proximity between paper and metal targets to prevent splatter issues.
- Ensure stable foundations for Poppers to guarantee consistent functionality throughout the match.
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Test your knowledge of the USPSA Rule Book with these flashcards. This set specifically covers the types of courses defined in the 2014 edition. Enhance your understanding of short, medium, and long course specifications.
