Ace the Maine Firearm Hunter Safety Course 2025 – Hunt Smart, Aim True!

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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

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.

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