🛡️ Safety First: 5 Firearms Safety Principles Every Responsible Owner Follows

Johni Mashu
Oct 14
2 min read

Updated: 9 hours ago

Introduction

At Lamassu Gears Firearms Training Academy, we believe that owning a firearm is both a right and a responsibility. Whether you’re a first-time gun owner or an experienced marksman, safety is always the foundation of every successful training program.

These five timeless safety principles form the backbone of responsible firearm ownership — and they’re central to everything we teach at Lamassu Gears.

1️⃣ Treat Every Firearm as if It’s Loaded

This is the golden rule of firearm safety. Even when you believe a gun is unloaded, always treat it as if it’s ready to fire.

✅ Always check the chamber.

✅ Remove the magazine.

✅ Visually inspect the weapon.

At Lamassu Gears, our instructors reinforce this habit through repetition — so safe handling becomes second nature.

2️⃣ Never Point the Muzzle at Anything You Don’t Intend to Destroy

Always maintain muzzle awareness. Whether you’re cleaning your firearm, loading it, or practicing at the range — your muzzle should never cover anything you’re not willing to destroy.

Control of direction = control of safety.

3️⃣ Keep Your Finger Off the Trigger Until You’re Ready to Fire

Your trigger finger is your ultimate safety. Until you’ve made the conscious decision to shoot, keep your finger straight and off the trigger — resting it on the frame or outside the trigger guard.

This single rule prevents countless accidental discharges and reflects the discipline of a responsible shooter.

4️⃣ Be Sure of Your Target — and What’s Beyond It

Good shooters don’t just aim; they assess. Know your target, what’s around it, and what lies beyond it. Responsible firearm use means understanding your environment, not just your aim.

At Lamassu Gears, we emphasize situational awareness and judgment as much as marksmanship.

5️⃣ Maintain and Store Your Firearms Securely

Safety extends beyond the range. A clean and well-maintained firearm is safer and more reliable.

🔸 Clean your weapons regularly.

🔸 Inspect them for wear or damage.

🔸 Store them locked and unloaded, with ammo secured separately.

Responsible ownership protects not only you, but everyone in your household.

Conclusion

Safety isn’t a one-time lesson — it’s a mindset. Every responsible firearm owner commits to these principles daily, whether training, carrying, or cleaning.

At Lamassu Gears Firearms Training Academy, we train shooters to be precise, prepared, and above all — safe.