Tango,
This is precisely why I teach my students to
do a personal weapons check each and every time they pick up a weapon
.......without fail!
1... Point the muzzle in a safe
direction.
2....Remove the magaine (if the weapon has
one)
3....Rack the action or open the bolt if it's a
bolt gun.
3....Check the chamber and breach area for
ammunition
4....Report " weapons clear" if in a classroom
setting or on the firing line.
5....If you recieve a weapon from someone else, do
not take their word for it when they say the weapon is safe.... Verify! do your
own check!
6....This weapons check should be automatic when
ever you pick up a firearm!
Trooper