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.