STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
(SOP)
Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 88
Physical Location:
23605 SE Evans St (Firearm and Archery Ranges)
23600 SE Evans St (Club House)
Issaquah, WA 98027
USA
Draft Date: 11/7/11
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1: Preamble .................................................................................................................. 3
CHAPTER 2: Constitution ............................................................................................................. 4
CHAPTER 3: Organization Chart .................................................................................................. 4
CHAPTER 4: Safety Plan ............................................................................................................... 5
1. Emergency Procedures......................................................................................................... 5
2. Dealing with the Media. ....................................................................................................... 5
CHAPTER 5: Range Operations .................................................................................................... 6
Purpose of this Standard Operating Procedure. .......................................................................... 6
3. Range Capabilities. .............................................................................................................. 6
4. Range Operations ................................................................................................................. 6
5. Range Inspection Procedures ............................................................................................... 8
6. General Rules ....................................................................................................................... 8
7. General Range Rules............................................................................................................ 9
8. Firearm Safety Rules.......................................................................................................... 10
9. General Range Safety Rules. ............................................................................................. 10
10. Hygiene Guidelines. ....................................................................................................... 10
11. Special Concerns ............................................................................................................ 10
12. Outdoor Range Rules ..................................................................................................... 10
13. Muzzleloading Safety Rules........................................................................................... 11
14. Administrative Rules ...................................................................................................... 12
15. Enforcement: .................................................................................................................. 13
16.
Range Opening Procedures ........................................................................................... 13
17. Check-in Procedures ...................................................................................................... 14
18. Equipment/facility maintenance ..................................................................................... 14
19. Conducting the course of fire procedures ...................................................................... 14
20. Range close down procedures. ....................................................................................... 14
21. Range Safety Briefing .................................................................................................... 14
CHAPTER 6: RSO Training Requirements and Reports ............................................................. 15
22. Personnel Responsibilities.............................................................................................. 15
INDEX .......................................................................................................................................... 16
APPENDIX 1: Outdoor Range Inspection Checklist ................................................................... 17
APPENDIX 2: Archery Range Inspection Checklist.................................................................... 18
APPENDIX 3: Range Safety Briefing .......................................................................................... 19
APPENDIX 5: Injury Report Form .............................................................................................. 23
WITNESS NARRATIVE FORM. ............................................................................................ 24
FIRST AID SUPPLY USAGE FORM ..................................................................................... 25
APPENDIX 6: Hold Harmless Agreement Form (REPLACE) .................................................... 27
APPENDIX 7: Table of Authorities ............................................................................................. 28
APPENDIX 8: Emergency Response Package ............................................................................. 28
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CHAPTER 1: Preamble
Whereas range activities are open to the public, a few events that occur are: Hunter
Education, General Marksmanship, Personal Protection Training, Basic Marksmanship Training,
Boy Scouts of America Rifle Merit Badge Classes and other events.
Whereas Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club is under certain liabilities for public safety during
open operations, the Board of Directors of the Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club has determined the
instituting of a set of Standard Range Operating Procedures to be desirable.
Therefore, the Executive Committee of the Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club has adopted this
Standard Range Operating Procedure to establish a minimum standard requirement for any user
of the range in King County, Washington by the Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club.
This Standard Range Operating Procedure will be reviewed for updates on a date set by
the Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club Executive Committee and becomes effective thirty days after the
Officers affix their signatures.
Signed this ______ day of _____________ in the year _________.
_____________________
President
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Vice President
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Secretary
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Treasurer
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Chief Range Safety Officer
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Range Safety Officer
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Range Safety Officer
Publication Dates:
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CHAPTER 2: Constitution
Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club, 23600 SE Evans St (Club House), Issaquah, WA 98027
An Executive Committee governs the organization’s interests. The board meets the first
Monday of the month. The Executive Committee consists of the following officers: President,
Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer, with five (5) board members. These officers and
directors are elected annually for a term of one (1) year.
The Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club Executive Committee has established the office of Range
Safety Officer. This individual is charged with the overall operation of the range.
The objective of the organization is the encouragement of all shooting sports among
citizens of the United States, with a view toward better knowledge on the part of such citizens of
the safe handling and proper care of firearms, as well as improved marksmanship. It is further the
objective and purpose to forward the development of the characteristics of honesty, good
fellowship, self-discipline, team play, and self-reliance that are essential to good Sportsmanship,
and the foundation of true patriotism, and to support the Constitution of the United Sates of
America.
The Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club is governed by: a written set of Bylaws, a written set of
operating procedures, and written Range Standard Operating Procedures.
The Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club owns an outdoor range. This range is located at 23605
SE Evans St, Issaquah, WA 98027.
CHAPTER 3: Organization Chart
Membership
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Officers
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President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
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Range Safety
Maintenance
(Newsletter)
Officers
Committee
Committee
Communications
Web Master
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CHAPTER 4: Safety Plan
1. Emergency Procedures
1.1. Take charge of the situation.
1.1.1. Cease firing, unload, and stay in place commands are issued.
1.1.2. Evaluate the situation.
1.1.2.1
Determine if the injury is a Minor or major injury.
1.1.3. Designate helpers, if necessary to
1.2 Render Aid.
1.2.1 Training and equipment
1.2.1.1
First aid training & CPR are required for paid RSOs.
1.2.1.2
The first aid kit is currently located inside the range office. The trauma kit
is located on the firing line adjacent to the exit door.
1.2.1.3
Determine level of care (Do you Treat or call for help?).
1.2.1.4
Gather information for emergency phone call.
1.3 Call for help
1.3.1 Phone numbers are posted by the phone.
1.3.2 Give dispatcher necessary information.
1.3.2.1
Location (The Physical Address).
1.3.2.2
Phone number of where the call is being made.
1.3.2.3
Your name.
1.3.2.4
What happened.
1.3.2.5
Number of people injured.
1.3.2.5.1 Condition of injured.
1.3.2.6
Location of person who will direct help to the scene.
1.4 Direct help to the location.
1.4.1 Position one or more persons to direct the emergency vehicle.
1.4.1.1 On the main road to the entrance of the facility.
1.4.1.2 On the road to the range.
1.4.1.3 Outside the building.
1.5
Take notes (Reports).
1.5.1 Take notes on the times actions were taken.
1.5.2 Get statements from witness(es) and quarantine from each other.
1.5.2.1 Separate them from each other.
1.5.3 Complete the required SOP’s form.
1.5.4 Notify authorities if necessary.
1.6
If there is a local emergency not connected with the range, all personnel and
patrons shall be kept inside the range proper until such time as an all clear is given.
2.
Dealing with the Media.
2.1
All information about any incident should be given to the Secretary of Issaquah
Sportsmen’s Club or his/her designee.
2.2
Remind all persons involved that they are not to talk to the media.
2.3
All questions from the media are to be directed to the President of Issaquah
Sportsmen’s Club or his/her designee.
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CHAPTER 5: Range Operations
Purpose of this Standard Operating Procedure.
This Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is intended to provide a consistent and
documented set of rules that govern the range safety officers and serve as minimum guidelines to
be followed by all users of the range leased by Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club.
Organizations that use the range facility owned by Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club shall
provide to Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club a copy of their range Standard Operating Procedures for
verification that their range Standard Operating Procedures meet or exceed this minimum range
Standard Operating Procedure.
If an organization does not have any written range Standard Operating Procedures, that
organization shall adhere to this range Standard Operating Procedure.
If an organization’s range Standard Operating Procedures do not, as a minimum, meet
these procedures, that organization shall adhere to this range Standard Operating Procedure.
Safety is never to be compromised.
3. Range Capabilities.
The range governed by this Standard Operating Procedure is composed of two (2) separate
shooting sub-ranges referred to as follows:
3.1 The Archery Range is open to any bow and arrows equipped with field or target tips.
3.1.1 No firearms are permitted on this range.
3.1.2 Broadhead arrow tips are only allowed in the sand pit.
3.2 The Firearm Range is open to any center-fire rifle, any center-fire handgun legal for
Washington big Game hunting, rim fire rifle or pistol, or any muzzle loading rifle or
pistol.
3.2.1 The Firearm Range is open to Shotguns, 10 gauge or smaller using only #7 ½
shot or smaller firing at stationary targets only.
4. Range Operations
4.1 General
4.1.1 The Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club range is designed to provide access to a facility
where Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club members and/or public users can utilize live fire to
become more proficient with firearms.
4.2 All Users of the Range
4.2.1 All shooters and spectators must complete a non-member waiver or a member
application yearly prior to utilizing the Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club firing range.
Participants and spectators will be required to sign in via the computer system.
4.2.2 Scanned card records by individuals with cards are an acceptable substitute to this
requirement.
4.2.3
Shooters will conduct themselves in an orderly manner at all times and
will be responsible for the conduct of any guests they bring.
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4.2.4
All shooters are responsible for their own firearms and ammunition and
archery tackle while on the premises.
4.2.5
Uncased or unholstered firearms not being fired must be benched or
racked.
4.2.5.1 Actions must be open
4.2.5.2 Chambers must be empty
4.2.5.3 Muzzles must be pointed in a safe direction
4.2.5.4 Magazines or Clips must be removed
4.2.6
Firearms can only be loaded on the firing line after the RSO has made the
announcement to “Commence Firing.”
4.2.7
Do not point firearms at anything except authorized targets.
4.2.7.1 Fire at your own target only.
4.2.7.2 Give the command “Cease Fire” should an unsafe condition occur.
4.2.7.3 Follow the instructions of the RSO.
4.2.7.4 At all times, personal pets must be kept under strict control so as to not
distract other shooters or observers.
4.3 Alcoholic Beverages and Drugs
4.3.1
Individuals shall not be under the influence of alcoholic beverages, illegal
drugs, or drugs that impair judgment (including prescription and over-the-counter
medications) before or during live firing.
4.3.2
The RSO shall deny range access to anyone deemed to be under the
influence.
4.4 Medical Support
4.4.1
In the event of a Medical situation, notify the RSO immediately.
4.4.1.1 Additional information is located in Emergency Procedures Section of
this document.
4.5 General Range Commands:
o Standard Firing Line Command definitions:
 “Shooters on the firing line.” means shooters move to their firing points.
 “Snap Caps.’ Direct a muzzle loader to affix a cap, or prime the pan, point
the firearm down range and “snap” the cap to insure that the flash hole is
clear and the barrel is free of obstructions that may cause a hang fire.
 “Commence Fire.” This informs the shooters that they may begin
shooting.
 “Cease Firing.” Given when time has expired or at any other time that
firing must cease.
 “Unload.” Remove round from chamber (un-cap or dump pan if
muzzleloader)
 “Show Clear.” Requires the shooter to show that his firearm is unloaded
and clear of all ammunition. A second person must verify that the firearm
is unloaded.
 “Move out of position.” Shooters to move out of their firing position.
 “Go forward.” Means the shooters can go down range and change their
targets.
4.6 Shooting Range rules and regulations
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4.6.1 The Range rules and regulations are broken down into General Rules, General
Range Rules, Firearm Safety Rules, General Range Safety Rules, Hygiene guidelines
with some special concerns, Outdoor range rules, and administrative rules.
4.6.2 The outdoor range rules are further broken down as general outdoor range rules
and by individual sub-range specific rules.
5. Range Inspection Procedures
5.1 Outdoor Range
5.1.1 Archery Range
5.1.1.1 Follow the check list in Appendix 2.
5.1.2 Shooting Range
5.1.2.1 Communication System
5.1.2.2 Ensure phone is working.
5.1.2.3 Target boards are functional.
5.1.2.4 Ensure that the down range area clear of individuals.
5.1.2.5 Follow the check list in Appendix 1.
6.
General Rules
6.1 Each range shall be posted with applicable range safety rules and operating
procedures.
6.2 No alcohol will be permitted on any of the Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club range
facilities.
6.3 All forms of illicit drugs, including but not limited to marijuana, depressant or
stimulant drugs, or narcotic drugs, are banned from any and all Issaquah Sportsmen’s
Club facilities.
6.4 The primary Range Safety Officer (RSO), or his/her designee, shall be responsible
for range safety and enforcement of all range safety rules.
6.4.1 The primary Range Safety Officer has the authority at any time to request a
demonstration of an individual’s ability to safely fire any firearm in question
being fired at a rate of fire determined to be too rapid (See 9.3.1.1.).
6.4.2 The primary Range Safety Officer can declare rapid fire as excessive and has
the authority to require a slower rate of fire.
6.5 Persons showing signs of alcohol or drug usage shall be barred from handling any
firearms.
6.6 Persons not complying with the range safety rules will be asked by the RSO to leave
the firing line or to leave the range depending upon the severity of the infraction (see
section 14).
6.7 The RSO shall be identified by any means that makes them readily identifiable to all
participants. The Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club will provide RSOs with NRA approved
apparel including identifiable initials.
6.8 Handling of any firearm for any reason is not permitted while anyone is
downrange.
6.9 All shooting immediately stops upon the command “Cease Fire.”
6.9.1 Only the primary Range Safety Officer shall have the authority to restart
shooting activity after a “Cease Fire” has been called.
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6.9.1.1 Any other individual (that is not the primary RSO) issuing the
“Commence fire” command shall be considered in violation of this
Standard Operating Procedure and shall be asked to vacate the range
facility.
6.9.1.2 Any individual refusing to vacate the range shall be turned over to law
enforcement personnel to be escorted from the range facility as a
trespasser.
6.10
Loaded Firearms that have malfunctioned.
6.10.1 Check with the RSO to determine if a gunsmith is on site.
6.10.1.1
Call one of the gunsmiths listed on the call list.
6.10.2 NO Loaded Firearm may leave the range.
7. General Range Rules
7.1 Un-cased or upholstered firearms must be unloaded with the actions open with all
clips/magazines removed at all times while on Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club property,
except when preparing to fire on the firing line.
7.2 It is the duty and responsibility of each individual that observes an improper or unsafe
action on the Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club facility to discreetly bring it to the attention of
the Range Safety Officer.
7.3 No automatic firearms are permitted on any range except as provided for by the Revised
Code of Washington (RCW).
7.3.1 Extremely rapid firing is not allowed.
7.3.1.1 The maximum rate of sustained fire is not more than one shot per second.
7.4 Armor Piercing, Tracer, or incendiary ammunition are not permitted.
7.5 All shots will be directed downrange at proper targets in designated areas.
7.6 Only approved paper targets will be used. These targets will NOT be a “human” type
target with human features, personality, or details.
7.6.1
The following silhouette type targets are specifically authorized for club
usage: B-27, B-273, B-34, B-29, TQ-15, TQ-16, TQ-19, TQ-20, B-21, B-21x, B21e, and B-30.
7.7 No metal targets will be used with the exception of Club approved swingers constructed
on spot 18 by the ISC, and will only be shot at a minimum distance of 47 meters (50
yards) with adequate backstop using .22 rim-fire ammunition only.
7.7.1 They must be free swinging or knock down upon impact.
7.7.2 Muzzleloaders using round ball, the distance of 25 yards is acceptable.
7.7.3 All shots must impact the backstop berm.
7.8 Organizational shoots at their practice sessions or organized shoots may use any type
target determined to be safe by the sanctioning organization.
7.8.1 All members of the organization or group are responsible for the clean up
of targets, and/or supporting materials before leaving the range.
7.9 No shooting at glass bottles, cans, rocks, or any item that may cause harm to persons,
animals, or Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club property is permitted.
7.10
Targets may not be attached to any bench, building, tree stump, or other Issaquah
Sportsmen’s Club property not specifically designed to hold targets
7.11
All shooters under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult and be under
their direct supervision while shooting or handling firearms.
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7.12
7.13
Eye Protection is strongly recommended for all archery activities.
Eye and Ear protection is required for all shooting activities involving firearms.
8.
Firearm Safety Rules
8.1 Rules of Safe Shooting
 ALWAYS keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction.
 ALWAYS keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot
 ALWAYS keep the firearm unloaded until ready to use.
8.2 Rules of Safe Handling
 Know your target and what is beyond.
 Be sure the firearm is safe to operate.
 Know how to use the firearm safely.
 Use only the correct ammunition for your firearm.
 Wear ear and eye protection as appropriate.
 Never use alcohol or drugs before or while shooting.
 Always store firearms so that they are not accessible to unauthorized persons.
 Certain types of firearms and many shooting activities require additional safety
precautions.
9.
General Range Safety Rules.
 Know and Obey all range rules.
 Know where others are at all times.
 Shoot only at authorized targets.
 Do not handle a firearm or stand in front of the firing line where firearms are
present while others are downrange.
 Stop shooting immediately upon the command “CEASE FIRE.”
10. Hygiene Guidelines.
10.1
Refrain from eating, smoking, applying makeup, or placing your hands in the
proximity of your mouth or nose while on the range or cleaning a firearm.
10.2
Ensure that you wash your hands thoroughly with lead-removing wipes and/or
soap and cold water if you decide to eat, drink, smoke, apply makeup, or place your
hands in the proximity of your mouth or nose, and prior to leaving the facility.
10.3
Change and wash clothing after a shooting or firearm cleaning session to
minimize exposure to airborne lead or solvent and cleaning product residues.
11. Special Concerns
11.1
Pregnant women and children under seven years of age, and others who have
health concerns should consult a physician before visiting shooting ranges.
12. Outdoor Range Rules
12.1
No shooting of firearms at archery targets.
12.2
Do not climb upon the berms.
12.3
No automatic firearms permitted, except as provided for by the Revised Code of
Washington.
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12.4
No armor piercing, tracer or incendiary type ammunition.
12.5
No aerial targets while shooting shotgun.
12.6
All general range rules will apply.
12.7
The access gates must be kept locked at all times except when a range is open.
12.7.1 Archery Range
12.7.1.1
Open to any bow when the firearm shooting range is closed.
12.7.1.2
Arrows equipped with target or field points.
12.7.1.2.1
BROADHEADS are allowed only in the sand pit
12.7.1.3
No firearms are permitted on this range at any time without the
prior written approval of the Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club Board of Directors.
12.7.1.4
Crossbows are permissible using only shooter supplied targets and
target holders.
12.7.1.5 Usage of eye protection is strongly recommended
12.7.2 Shooting Range
12.7.2.1 Shotgun Usage As stated before, we need to clarify all of this as a group.
12.7.2.1.1
Must use 10 gauge or smaller shotguns.
12.7.2.1.2
Must use # 7 ½ shot or smaller.
12.7.2.1.3
The range is also open to Shotguns, 10 gauge or smaller firing
slugs firing at stationary targets only.
12.7.2.2 General Usage
12.7.2.2.1
Range is open to any center-fire rifle or rim-fire rifle or pistol
12.7.2.2.2
Range is open to any center fire handgun that is legal for
Washington big game hunting.
12.7.2.2.3
Range is open to any muzzle loading firearms
12.7.2.2.4
All projectiles must impact the backstop berm.
13. Muzzleloading Safety Rules
13.1
All Range commands must be obeyed at all times.
13.2
Flintlock shooters are to inform the other shooters when ready to shoot.
13.2.1 Generally this is accomplished by loudly stating “Flint”.
13.3
Smoking is prohibited, except in designated area
13.4
Loading benches will be no closer than 6 feet to the rear of the firing line.
13.5
Powder must be loaded into the firearm by means of a single charge measure.
13.5.1 Pouring powder from flask, horn, or other large container is prohibited.
13.6
Never discharge muzzle loading firearms over or near a loading bench.
13.7
Load muzzle loading firearms only with black powder or an authorized substitute
such as Pyrodex.
13.8
Designated spectator area shall be at least 4 feet behind the loading area.
13.9
Do not cap or prime the pan of any muzzle-loading firearm until into position at
the firing line and after the command “Line is hot”.
13.10
Once muzzleloader is capped or primed, the muzzle must be pointed at the target
area.
13.11
DO NOT “BLOW” DOWN THE BARREL TO EXTINGUISH SPARKS.
13.11.1
The barrel is recommended to be swabbed with a damp patch between
shots to kill any live sparks that may remain in the bore.
13.12
Loading of the barrel is not permitted at the firing line.
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13.12.1
Certain events that require shooting from the bag, loading from firing line
is permissible.
13.13
After two falls of the hammer or cock and no main charge ignition it is considered
a malfunction:
13.13.1
Un-cap or dump the pan,
13.13.2
Keep the muzzle pointed down range,
13.13.2.1
Shooter to remain in position for three minutes (3) in case of a hang-fire.
13.13.3
Inform the RSO of the malfunction,
13.13.4
Move to the properly designated “Problem Box” upon direction of the
RSO.
13.14
No capped or primed firearm shall leave the firing line.
13.14.1
Charged firearms will be permitted to leave the firing line only by
instruction of the RSO.
13.14.2
CAUTION: A charged firearm may fire uncapped, by a spark
created by the hammer striking the nipple when residue from a
cap remains. Also the flint striking the frizzen of a flintlock even
with an empty flash pan may cause the firearm to discharge.
13.15
Only authorized targets will be used.
14. Administrative Rules
14.1
All wildlife and domestic animals are protected on Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club
facilities.
14.1.1 The shooting or harassment of any animal is strictly prohibited. Violators of this
rule will be ejected from the facility at the discretion of the Range Safety Officer and
must petition the Executive Committee within 30 days of violation.
14.2
All shooters under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult of at least
21 years of age, and be under that adult’s direct supervision while shooting.
14.3
Remove all trash when leaving the range. Ensure trash is properly disposed of in
the correct receptacles.
14.4
Ear and Eye protection is required for all shooting activities that involve firearms.
14.5
All uncased or unholstered firearms MUST be unloaded with the action open and
clips/magazines removed, except when preparing to fire on the firing line.
14.6
ALL uncased or unholstered firearms must be unloaded with the action open
before anyone goes downrange.
14.7
NO handling of any firearms while anyone is downrange.
14.8
Do not go forward of the firing line unless a cease-fire has been called and the
range is declared safe by the Range Safety Officer.
14.9
Facilities must be left in a clean and orderly condition after their usage.
14.10
Unless the club member at the annual calendar meeting or at a general
membership meeting has reserved the club facility, club members shall not monopolize
any club facilities.
14.11
Organized club functions have the priority in the usage of the ranges.
14.12
Archery Range:
14.12.1
Shooting hours are between 8:00 a.m. to the opening of the Shooting
Range.
14.13
Shooting Range:
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14.13.1
Range shooting hours are between 12:00pm to 6:00pm on Wednesdays,
Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays. The shooting hours for Saturdays are from 10:00am
to 6:00pm. During winter, range closure will be based upon the sundown time.
14.14
Parking.
14.14.1
All parking will be in designated areas.
14.14.2
On vehicles that must be left for an extended amount of time, leave a note
on the dashboard with when you expect to return. Vehicles that will be left
unattended for an extended amount of time must be parked on the road outside of the
facility gates.
14.15
Schedule of activities
14.15.1
Range Activities are scheduled on the Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club master
calendar.
14.15.1.1 The Range Activities scheduling takes place either at the annual
calendaring meeting or by presenting a request to the Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club
Board of Directors.
14.15.1.2 The request for event scheduling is to be a written request.
14.16
The scheduled activity will have the control of the scheduled full range or subrange that was properly requested and approved.
14.16.1
Full range closure means that all sub-closed are closed for any use, other
than the event or program under the direction of that group.
14.16.2
The group’s representative must approve any other use during that time.
13.17.3
The group shall have full and absolute range usage authority over any
other use during that time.
13.17.4
Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club shall be able to override the group’s authority,
if this Range Standard Operating Procedure is violated by the using group.
13.17.5
Master Range Schedule Calendar is located at the Shooting Range and is
also viewable on the Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club Website
(www.IssaquahSportsmensClub.com).
15. Enforcement:
Educate to reduce incidents from occurring.
15.1
Warning
15.1.1 Warning shall be of the form that politely describes the breach of rules and a
polite request for adherence.
15.2
Penalties:
15.2.1 Removal from Range
15.2.1.1 Individual shall be politely asked to exit the range.
14.2.1.2 An individual that refuses to exit the range shall be informed that the King
County Sheriff will be contacted to remove the individual from the range.
16.
Range Opening Procedures
16.1
Primary RSO is to arrive about 1/2 hour before the scheduled event
16.2
Check in at the range office.
16.3
Fill in the appropriate range usage logbook.
16.4
Place all equipment on the firing line. This includes staplers, spotting scopes, and
first aid kit.
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16.5
Acquire the appropriate range flag from office. Locate adjacent to the parking lot
where you enter the shooting range.
16.6
The telephone is located in the Shooting Range Office.
16.7
Review Range Standard Operating Procedure (This Document)
16.8
Conduct a communications check to ensure phone system working properly.
16.9
Conduct the range safety inspection.
16.10
Check condition of First Aid kit and Trauma kit.
16.10.1
Document any missing/outdated items and provide the document to the
Range Safety Officer or designee so that they can be replaced.
16.11
Properly display the range flag.
17. Check-in Procedures
17.1
All attendees need to be checked in via the computer system upon entry into
Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club facilities
17.1.1 Scanned key records by individuals with key cards are an acceptable substitute to
this requirement.
17.2
Each non-member participant makes the payment at time of registration of the
posted fee for the activity.
17.3
Each non-English speaking shooter must have their own interpreter (one-on-one.)
18. Equipment/facility maintenance
18.1
Document any damage to the range or equipment and provide the document to the
Range Safety Officer or designee.
18.2
Document any first aid supplies used and provide the document to the Range
Safety Officer or designee
19. Conducting the course of fire procedures
19.1
Conduct the range safety briefing.
19.2
Conform to the appropriate rules for the specific course of fire (i.e. small bore
rifle rules book).
20. Range close down procedures.
20.1
Inspect the range.
20.2
Ensure that no personnel are remaining on the range.
20.3
Remove all equipment from the firing line and secure it within the range office.
20.4
Take down range flag(s).
20.5
Review the daily sales on the computer and ensure correct accountability of all
money and checks in the register, including credit card amounts.
20.6
Sign out at range office.
21.
Range Safety Briefing
21.1
All members of Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club shall have a Range Safety Briefing
upon adoption of these SOPs.
21.2
Anyone becoming a member after the implementation of these SOPs shall attend
the briefing at the scheduled time each month.
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21.3
All members shall assist the Range Safety Officer with helping the public to
follow the SOPs.
CHAPTER 6: RSO Training Requirements and Reports
The Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club shall have one or more NRA Certified Range Safety Officers on
duty while the shooting range is open. These RSO’s may be paid or volunteer. If volunteers are
used there will be a written monthly schedule of their times.
Paid RSO’s shall be certified in American Red Cross Basic First Aid or a similar course.
All RSO’s must have a copy of their certifications on file with the ISC Secretary.
ISC will sponsor a NRA RSO course each year.
22. Personnel Responsibilities.
22.1 Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club Range Safety Officers (RSO):
22.1.1
Range Safety Officer (RSO) training shall be in accordance with the
National Rifle Association Guidelines.
22.1.2
Range Safety Officers are permitted to carry a holstered firearm while onduty at their discretion. This firearm may be carried in plain view, or concealed if
the RSO has the appropriate concealed carry permit. RSOs that carry a firearm
on-duty have the understanding that they are carrying for self-defense of their
own person or the defense of others, and not for the defense of the Issaquah
Sportsmen’s Club property.
22.2 Each shooting activity that is open to the public will have at least one or more
NRA certified range safety officer(s) present upon that range during any and all
shooting activity.
22.2.1
Range safety officer(s) must be certified by the National Rifle
Association, or by a nationally recognized shooting association, only with the
approval of the Board of Directors of Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club.
22.2.2
The RSO(s) shall be a non-participant of the event.
22.2.3
The primary RSO shall have complete control of the sub-range during that
event.
22.2.4
The RSO is charged with the enforcement of the range SOP rules during
the event.
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INDEX
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APPENDIX 1: Outdoor Range Inspection Checklist
Inspected by _______________________________________
Controlled Access/Fencing/Gates Closed
Flags or Signs Displayed
Left and Right Range Limits Displayed
Backstop/Impact Area Inspected
Number Boards Painted and Visible
Target Frames/Mounts in Good Repair
Firing Line Marked
Firing Points Numbered/Clean
Shooting Benches/Tables Inspected
Sandbags/Gun Rest on Hand
Ready Line/Area Marked
Spectator Area Designated
Scoring Area Established
Supplies Available
RSO Control Area Centralized
Emergency Communications Working
First-Aid Kit Filled/Accessible
PA System/Bullhorn Working
Range Rules Posted
Gun Racks Available
Empty Trash Receptacles Available
Brass/Dud Buckets Labeled
Wash Area Identified
Lockable Storage
Date ________________
Yes
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No
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Comments: _________________________________________________________________
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APPENDIX 2: Archery Range Inspection Checklist
Inspected by _______________________________________
Controlled Access/Fencing/Gates Closed
Flags or Signs Displayed
Left and Right Range Limits Displayed
Backstop/Impact Area Inspected
Target Frames/Mounts in Good Repair
Firing Line Marked
Ready Line/Area Marked
Spectator Area Designated
Scoring Area Established
RSO Control Area Centralized
Emergency Communications Working
Range Rules Posted
Bow Racks Available
Empty Trash Receptacles Available
Date ________________
Yes
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No
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Comments: _________________________________________________________________
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APPENDIX 3: Range Safety Briefing
Range Safety Briefing
23.1
Identify all Range Officers.
23.2
Purpose of the Event.
23.2.1 Example:
23.2.1.1
Open shooting.
23.2.1.2
Zeroing firearms.
23.2.1.3
Match.
23.2.1.4
Training session.
23.2.1.5
Hunter Education Range activity.
23.3
Range Layout and Limits.
23.3.1 Range Status indicator.
23.3.2 Spectator area.
23.3.3 Ready Area.
23.3.4 Firing point.
23.3.5 Firing Line.
23.3.6 Direct fire zone.
23.3.7 Right and left limits.
23.3.8 Safety berms.
23.3.9 Target Numbers.
23.3.10
Pit area.
23.3.11
Backstop.
23.4
Range Safety Rules.
23.4.1 Always keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction.
23.4.2 Always keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot
23.4.3 Always keep the firearm unloaded until ready to use.
23.4.4 Know the target and what is beyond
23.4.5 Be sure the firearm is safe to operate
23.4.6 Use only the correct ammunition
23.4.7 Wear ear and eye protection as appropriate
23.4.8 Never use alcohol or drugs before or while shooting
23.4.9 Store firearms so that they are not accessible by unauthorized persons
23.5
Know and obey all Range rules
23.6
Know where others are at all times
23.7
Shoot only at authorized targets
23.8
Designate a Range Safety Officer when none are present
23.9
Do not handle a firearm or stand at the firing line, where firearms are present,
while others are downrange.
23.10
Stop shooting immediately upon the command “CEASE FIRE”
23.11 Firing Line Commands
To ensure that firing line commands are consistent; the following commands are to be
used. The commands may vary depending upon the course of fire being shot. Standard
range commands will be the normal commands used for all firing lines except when
competition rules override them.
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o Standard Firing Line Commands:
 “Shooters on the firing line.”
 “Snap Caps.’ (Muzzleloader Only)
 “Commence Fire.”
 “Cease Firing
 “Unload.”
 “Show Clear.”
 “Move out of position.”
 “Go forward.”
 “The range is clear.”
23.12
Emergency Procedures
23.12.1.1
Review the Emergency Procedures
23.13
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Shooting Competitions Specialized firing line commands
 Muzzle loading Rules
 Range Commands:
 Line is Hot
 Dry them up
o Means to fire the last shot. Those that have not charged the
barrel are not to charge their barrel.
 Cease Fire
o Commands that can be given by anyone.
 “CEASE FIRING”
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APPENDIX 4: Emergency Report Sheet
EMERGENCY REPORT SHEET
To be turned into the Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club Secretary
Effective Date: January 2012
EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
Contact
Primary Phone Number
Secondary Phone Number
EMS
King County Sherriff
Fire
Fish and Wildlife
Poison Control Center
ISC
911
911
911
911
425-392-3433
206-296-3311
425-392-3433
425-775-1311
1-800-222-1222
425-392-3311
Immediate Response for Injuries or Illness.
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
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Call a cease-fire if the injured is near the firing line. Ensure that all firearms are
unloaded and clear
The primary RSO will coordinate edging or pulling of targets, if possible, and
securing the scene and the injured persons gear.
Persons will notify 911 from the nearest available telephone either located in the
range office or on their person and provide the following information:
Specific Location or address of incident with directions.
o Location: _____________________________________________________
o Address: ______________________________________________________
o Directions: ____________________________________________________
Telephone Number calling from: _________________
Caller’s name: ________________
What happened:
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
Possible hazards for rescuers
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
Number of people injured or ill: _________
Condition of injured or ill:
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
First Aid Provided:
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
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
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1.
2.
3.
4.
Wait for 911 to hang up first.
First Aid Provider Will:
Identify self to the injured
Inform injured of training (American Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR).
Offer Aid to Injured
Receive verbal permission from injured (if adult), or parent/guardian (if child) prior
to giving care
5. Refrain from giving aid to person that is conscious whom objects
6. Assume implied permission if person is unconscious or unable to respond
7. Assume implied permission if person is a child with a serious injury and a parent or
guardian cannot be contacted.
8. Move injured only if life is endangered
9. Check injured for life threatening condition before providing care. Provide care only
within level of training.
10. Never dispense aspirin or medications; administer activated charcoal or syrup of
Ipecac (or other treatments) unless directed to by EMS or Poison Control Center.
 ___________________ will retrieve the first-aid kit located at the Range Office.
 If the accident involves chemical burns, an eye flush station is located in the first aid
kit. (it is a small bottle of saline)________.
 If the accident involves a gunshot or archery injury, _______________________ will
notify police and preserve the scene as it appeared at the time of the incident.
 ____________________ will go to the range entrance and direct EMS personnel to
the injured and remain until the last emergency vehicle has departed the scene.
Coordination

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
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The primary RSO will supervise the situation and ensure fulfillment of emergency
procedures by:
Getting names of witnesses
Tasking witnesses to write statements
Notify next of kin once EMS has examined the injured and prepared for
transportation to a medical facility, only if requested by victim.
Completing injury report forms
Notify the President of Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club or his/her designee, concerning
the activation of the emergency plan
Notifying insurance company (personnel and/organization as appropriate)
Evaluating emergency plan for possible revisions
Filing copies of the injury report forms with records as appropriate.
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APPENDIX 5: Injury Report Form
EMERGENCY MEDICAL REPORT
INCIDENT DATE __________________________ TIME ______________ LOCATION_____________________
NAME of PATIENT____________________________________________________ DATE OF BIRTH______________
ADDRESS_______________________________________________________________________________________
CITY__________________________________STATE______ SEX________ PHONE___________________________
EMERGENCY CONTACT______________________________________________ RELATIONSHIP_______________
PHONE NUMBER _______________________________________
TYPE OF EMERGENCY (CHIEF COMPLAINT)___________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
WHAT WERE YOU TOLD?______________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
ALLERGIES:__________________________________________MEDICATIONS________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________
WHAT DID YOU OBSERVE? ____________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
WHAT IS YOUR ASSESSMENT OF THE PROBLEM?________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
WHAT DID YOU DO FOR THE PATIENT? ________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
911 CALLED? YES/NO. TIME OF ARRIVAL______________________________ UNIT NUMBER__________
SIGNATURE ___________________________________________________________DATE_______________
WITNESS SIGNATURE __________________________________________________DATE_______________
USE REVERSE SIDE FOR ADDITIONAL SPACE.
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WITNESS NARRATIVE FORM.
What did you see? ________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
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What did you hear? _______________________________________________________
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What did you do? _________________________________________________________
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Signed
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Date
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FIRST AID SUPPLY USAGE FORM
Date: _______________________
Range: ______________________________
The following items were used from the first aid kit:
______________________________________________________________________________
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The following items were used from the Master first aid kit:
______________________________________________________________________________
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Signed
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Equipment Maintenance Report
Date: ______________
Time:_____________
Range: ________________________
Problem: __________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Reported By: _____________________
Forward to Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club Maintenance Committee
Action Taken: _____________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_______________________
Signature
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Date
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Time
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APPENDIX 6: Hold Harmless Agreement Form (REPLACE)
Shooter Waiver Form
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING
The UNDERSIGNED has read and understands the posted rules, knows that anticipated and
unanticipated dangers associated with the use of firearms and equipment on public ranges
present a risk of DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY, or PROPERTY DAMAGE, and acknowledges
that it is not the function, responsibility, or duty of ISSAQUAH SPORTSMEN’S CLUB
FACILITY, its OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, MEMBERS, AGENTS, or EMPLOYEES to act as
guardians of his/her safety.
In CONSIDERATION for being permitted entry to and /or usage of the premises and facilities of
Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club facilities, and on behalf of himself /herself, his/her family, estate,
heirs, and assigns, the UNDERSIGNED assumes all the risks of DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY,
and/or PROPERTY DAMAGE, and forever releases, discharges, and agrees to hold harmless,
ISSAQUAH SPORSTMAN CLUB, its OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, MEMBERS, AGENTS, and
EMPLOYEES from all claims, demands, causes of action, or liability of any kind, including
attorney’s fees for DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY, and/or PROPERTY DAMAGE occurring
during the UNDERSIGNED’s presence on or use of the premises and facilities of ISSAQUAH
SPORTSMEN’S CLUB,
DATE
NAME
ADDRESS
I have read ,
Under 18 consent to
Please Print
understood, and
release
agreed
SIGNATURE of
SIGNATURE
PARENT/GUARDI
AN –Relationship
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APPENDIX 7: Table of Authorities
Articles of Incorporation—Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club
Bylaws—Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club
NRA Range Book
APPENDIX 8: Emergency Response Package
An emergency response packet for this range, dated _________, is on file with EMS, police, and
fire departments. The packet contains phone numbers, aerial photographs, maps, designations of
possible routes, helicopter and medical evacuation sites and hazards, assembly area(s), floor
plans of buildings indicating gas lines/mains, electrical sources, and specified locations of
hazardous materials with listings of types and quantities.
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