NRA Range Safety Officer Certification
Basic - Equip yourself with the essential skills, confidence, and national credential needed to organize, supervise, and lead safe shooting range operations.
Duration: 8 Hours Classroom
Environment: In Person
$135.00
Fee
Rick Miller
| Date | Availability | ||||
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| Register Now | November 7 Saturday |
Haw River, NC
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2 - 12 Students | 8:00am to 5:00pm | Rick Miller |
Description
The NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) Certification Course is a nationally recognized program designed to provide participants with the skills, knowledge, and attitude necessary to organize, conduct, and supervise safe shooting activities and range operations. This training thoroughly prepares individuals to handle RSO responsibilities, enforce range rules, and manage safety effectively. The class is conducted primarily inside the clubhouse, though an actual range environment may be utilized to simulate live RSO activities depending on weather and availability. Please dress accordingly for the weather on the day of class. (Note: NO live ammunition is allowed in the clubhouse during this class.)
Topics Covered
Introduction to the NRA Basic RSO Course
The Role of a Range Safety Officer & Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Range Layouts, Limits, & Range Inspection
Range Rules & Conducting Range Safety Briefings
Emergency Procedures
Handling Firearm Stoppages & Malfunctions
Controlling Shooters on the Firing Line
Live Range Safety Briefing Demonstrations & Practical Exercises
Expectations and Outcomes
Students must attend the entire course, actively participate in all discussions and practical exercises, and achieve a score of 90% or higher on the written examination. Upon successful completion of the course and finalization of credentialing at nrainstructors.org, students will earn their official NRA Range Safety Officer Certification and receive an NRA RSO Patch.
Types
Basic, NRA Courses, Range Safety Officer
Documentation Requirements
Documentation Requirements:
Identification: Proof of age showing you are 21 years or older.
NRA Credentialing Account: Following the course, students must complete their official credentialing and pay the required processing fees at nrainstructors.org.
NRA Membership: NRA membership is recommended to make the credentialing process easier, but it is not strictly required.
Requirements
Age: Must be 21 years of age or older.
Firearms & Ammunition: Do NOT bring any live ammunition or personal firearms into the clubhouse.
Student Materials to Bring: Pencil and note-taking materials.
Attire: Weather-appropriate clothing for potential outdoor range simulations.
Provided Materials: Range Safety Officer packet (including the RSO course book) and an NRA RSO Patch.
