Module 1
Module 1
Module 1
INSTITUTIONAL
OUTCOMES MODULES IN PATH-
FIT DEPTAC 4
The Palawan State
University graduates
are expected to be
agents of change,
creative and critical
thinkers, effective
communicators,
research-oriented
learners, and value
laden individuals.
COLLEGE
GOALS
Provides academic
excellence among
undergraduate
SECOND SEMESTER, SY 2022
students seeking
rigorous learning
experiences;
address local,
national and
International needs
through activities
that foster
collaboration and
mutually beneficial
relationships with its
diverse
stakeholders; and
improve the
community’s quality
of life.
BRYNNER S. SOBEBE
Course Instructor
SHARED
VALUES
E – Excellence
L – Leadership
A – Advocacy for
Sustainable
Development
S – Social
Responsibility
T – Teamwork
I – Integrity
C – Commitment
Module 1:
Overview
A fair amount of knowledge, skill, and experience is required to become a successful
shooter. When it comes to good marksmanship, consistency breeds precision. In order to be
consistent you have to be familiarize with the fundamental skills of using this particular type of
firearm. This module is intended for learning about marksmanship gun safety and shooting
range safety and etiquette.
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this module student will be able to:
1. Identify Four (4) Basic cardinal Rules of and the Range Safety and Etiquette.
2. Demonstrate the steps in checking the gun if loaded or not
A. Purpose of Marksmanship
1. To develop the ability to shoot quickly and accurately.
2. To obtain proficiency in the use of any type of firearms for self-defense.
3. To enhance the ability to shoot in criminal combat fighting.
4. To master the use of firearms under any of all conditions.
5. To learn the technique of dismantling, assembling, carrying and functioning in
firearms.
B. Importance of marksmanship Training
1. It is important because a police who cannot shoot correctly and accurately becomes a
liability rather than asset in a police department.
2. It is important because firearms becomes dangerous weapon in the hands of an
ignorant, careless and untrained police officer.
3. It is important because the defense of a person and his right often times, defend on the
effectiveness of a police officer with his service firearms.
4. Marksmanship is generally divided into three (3) phases;
a. Preparatory Training
b. Mechanical Training
c. Range Training
5. Marksmanship training is necessary it enhance police morale and gets the respect of
citizen for police.
Figure No. 1
2. Never let the muzzle of a gun point at anything that you do not intend to shoot.(Figure 2)
Figure No. 2
3. Keep your finger off the trigger unless you are ready to fire. (Figure 3)
Figure No. 3
4. Be sure of your target and what lies beyond and around it before you shoot. (Figure 4)
Figure No. 4
The previous 4 cardinal rules is a general safety rule for Firearms and are presumed that you
may be in the firing range or in an encounter. But if you're at home or office wanting to check or
practice dry firing or will clean your firearm/s? What shall be done to check if it is really loaded
or not?
Figure No. 6
-If none, lock the slide or open cylinder or open bolt or open action. Make the FA safe.
Figure No. 7
-In case there is an ammunition stocked in the chamber, do all necessary safe procedure to
rectify or remove the bullet, otherwise, chamber clearing is not completed.
3. If you don't know how to rectify or remove the stocked bullet in the chamber, make the
firearm safe, and seek person knowledgeable in solving the problem.
How many times you need to do the Gun Safety Procedure?
Every time you release the F.A. with your both hand, you have to redo the FA rule and
clearing, especially during dry fire exercises, until it become instinctive.
G. Safety on the Range:
Never pass a firearlll to another person, or accept a firearm fronl another person, until
the cylinder or action is open and you've personally checked that the weapon is
Completely unloaded.
Safeguard your sight, hearing and health. Always wear eye and ear protection.
Always keep the safe distance from metal targets and the likes.
Figure No. 8
The muzzle of your Firearm/s must not point beyond 45 degrees - left, right, up or doss n
in reference to the back stop or downrange at all times.
Be sure all accessories, such as holsters and grips, are compatible with the firearm and
won’t interfere with its safe operation.
Assessment: