Safety Rules
Be Safe! Enjoy! Be Responsible!
Never point a gun at anyone! Always treat a gun as if it were loaded!
Millride Clay Target Shooting Rules
Never load a shotgun until you’re on the stand or in the safety cage.
Never close a shotgun until it’s your turn to shoot and you are ready.
Never turn towards other people with a loaded shotgun or when closing the shotgun.
Always point a loaded shotgun down the range. Should it accidentally discharge, the shot will go in a safe direction.
If the stand has no shooting enclosure, take care not to swing the shotgun around towards people.
Our Skeet and DTL disciplines, there are no shooting enclosures.
In single stand disciplines such as Sporting and Skeet, the gun must be opened and emptied before stepping off the stand.
In disciplines where shooters stand in a line with other shooters e.g. DTL cartridges are loaded on the referees command, e.g. “line ready” however, your gun must not be closed until it is your turn to shoot and the previous shooter has fired and opened theirs.
If there is a problem (other than a misfire), or if a “No Target” is called, open the shotgun.
If you have to clear a shotgun, shoot down range, not at the ground or near the trap house.
Open and unload the shotgun before leaving the stand or when moving between stands.
Shooters and bystanders should wear ear and eye protection when on or around a shooting ground.
Only 1 (or a maximum of 2) cartridges(s) may be placed in any part of the gun at one time.
Shotguns used shall not exceed 12 bore, with a maximum shot size of No. 7½ of 28g (1oz) load.
Never leave a shotgun leaning against a tree, wall or fence.
Never leave a shotgun unattended, or in a car boot except when travelling to and from the shooting ground.
In case of Danger or Emergency sounding a whistle stops the shoot. All shooters must cease shooting immediately and unload. Shooting will not recommence until given the all clear.
WARNING – Beware of clay fragments
REMEMBER – Your shotgun is your responsibility.
Your right to possess it may be taken away if you do not use it safely and sensibly
Safety is in the hands of the shooter
REMEMBER – Treat all guns as if they are loaded
Ten Key Safety Points for Clay Target Shooters
RESPECT
Treat all guns as though they are loaded – an accident could be fatal
SAFE AND SOUND
All guns must be in proof and in good order. Do not use a faulty or doubtful gun
OPEN AND EMPTY
Carry guns open and empty, semi-autos bolt back and flagged.
Never rely on a safety catch
CORRECT CARTRIDGES
Only carry the correct cartridges for the gauge and chamber of the gun you are using.
Never mix gauges in your pockets or bag
BARRELS CLEAR
Check the barrels are free from obstructions before every loading.
Check for light
POINT DOWN THE RANGE
Keep barrels pointing down the range at all times when loaded.
Open and empty immediately after firing
ONLY SHOOT CLAYS
Only point or shoot at whole targets thrown for you on your command – not other objects, live or inanimate
MISFIRES
Keep gun closed for 20 seconds, barrels pointing down the range.
Check the barrels are clear after a soft or unusual discharge
DO NOT MIX
Alcohol, drugs and horseplay – with guns
REMEMBER
When shooting, you are responsible for the safe handling of your gun(s)
and the behaviour and safety of your guests, family and animals