Props Firearms Safety
Props Firearms Safety
OVERVIEW OF FIREARMS SAFETY COURSES
Props Firearms Safety Course
Delivery
In-Person
Cost
$150 +GST
Duration
8 hours
Certificate Validity
No Expiration Date
Student requirements
If you require specific accommodation, please email info@actsafe.ca.
Learning outcomes
The Props Firearms course is a more in-depth learning experience that includes hands-on demonstrations and the opportunity for participants to more fully understand how a firearm functions, the potential hazards of working with blanks and what safety protocols must be in place to control these risks. They should be able to identify and match several types of blanks and firearms, explain the associated dangers, and describe safe transportation and storage. The course will introduce the participants to various aspects of safe firearms handling and allow them to recognize the responsibilities associated with working with them.
Topics covered
- How to choose the correct type of firearm (real, replica, or rubber)
- How a firearm functions
- The basic rules of safe firearm handling and related terminology
- On set firearms safety protocols
- The types of firearms used on set and knowledge of key firearm parts
- The difference between live/blank/dummy ammunition and the dangers associated with each
- The safety responsibilities of the movie armourer, property master and production company
Who should enroll?
- Props Department
- Crew or performers that work closely with firearms such as stunt coordinators, performers, etc.