Range Officer Quick Guide

Full policy: Range Operations Policy, Sections 8A-8G.

Your Authority

  • You control the shooting line — full stop.
  • Your safety decisions are final while you’re on duty.
  • Coaches don’t override you, even mid-lesson.

Line Control

  • Keep full visibility of everyone on the line.
  • Correct unsafe actions (sky draw, dry firing) immediately.
  • Lost control? Pause shooting and reset.

Stop Shooting Immediately If

  • A person or animal enters the danger area.
  • Equipment failure creates risk.
  • Behaviour is unsafe or uncontrolled.
  • Weather turns dangerous.
  • A medical or welfare issue occurs.

Handover

  • Handover must be confirmed — never assume someone’s taken over.
  • The incoming RO must confirm they’re ready before you step back.

Emergency

  • Stop shooting, secure the range, provide first aid if trained, delegate someone to call 111 if needed.
  • See the Emergency — What To Do page for full steps.