Maine Firearm Hunter Safety Course Practice Exam

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Prepare for the Maine Firearm Hunter Safety Course with practice exams. This guide includes multiple choice questions, flashcards, and detailed explanations to help ensure you're ready for the hunter safety exam.

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What is the first thing you should do before cleaning a firearm?

Check that it is fully assembled
Ensure it is pointed in a safe direction
Put on protective eyewear
Make sure the firearm is unloaded

The correct answer is: Make sure the firearm is unloaded

Before cleaning a firearm, the first thing you should always do is ensure that the firearm is unloaded. This is a critical safety measure to prevent accidental discharge while handling the weapon. By verifying that the firearm is unloaded, you eliminate the risk of a potential accident during the cleaning process. Always treat every firearm as if it is loaded, and verifying that it is unloaded before cleaning is a fundamental safety practice. Checking that the firearm is fully assembled, putting on protective eyewear, and ensuring it is pointed in a safe direction are important steps in the cleaning process but should come after ensuring the firearm is unloaded.