GUN SAFETY SEMINAR

• Philippine
Firearm Law
• Basic Gun Safety
• Basic
Marksmanship
• Proficiency Firing
 Executive Order No. 256
Section 7 – No Firearm application
shall be approved by the PNP-FED
without a Certificate of Attendance
by the applicant in a seminar covering
Gun Safety, Responsibility, Laws,
Regulation and other pertinent topics.

Signed by the President on December 21, 1995.

Gun Safety Seminar is valid for Two (2) Years.

PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 1866
As amended by Republic Act 8294

FIREARM includes rifles, muskets, carbines,

shotguns, Revolvers, pistols and all other
deadly weapons from which bullet, ball, shot, shell
or other missile maybe discharged by means of
gunpowder or other explosives.

The term also include air rifles and pistols

not classified as toys under the provisions of
Executive Order No. 712 dated 28 July 1981.

The BARREL of any firearm shall be considered

a complete firearm.
AMMUNITION refers to loaded shells for firearms from
which a bullet, ball, shot, shell or other missile maybe
fired by means of gunpowder or explosives.

LICENSE TO POSSESS FIREARM AND AMMUNITION is

a written document authorizing a person to possess in
his residence a licensed firearm and an authorized
quantity of ammunition.

RESIDENCE refers to that place where the firearm and

ammunition is being permanently kept. It includes the
office or house where it is kept and the premises of the
house enclosed by walls and gates separating said
premises from adjacent properties.

The VEHICLE IS NOT AN EXTENSION of the firearm residence.

 Presidential Decree No. 1866
as amended by Republic Act 8294
Section 1 – It is unlawful to manufacture, sell, acquire, dispose
or possess firearm/s, ammunition or instruments used or
intended to be used in the manufacture of firearm/s and/or
ammunition.

Section 3 – It is unlawful to tamper serial numbers of a firearm.

The penalty of 4 years imprisonment shall be imposed upon
any person who shall unlawfully tamper, change, deface or
erase the serial number of any firearm.

Section 5 – The term UNLICENSED FIREARM includes:

a. Firearm/s with expired license
b. Use of licensed firearm in the commission of a crime.
LEGAL SOURCES OF FIREARMS

1. Licensed firearm dealer through purchase.

2. Licensed firearm holder through sale or transfer.

Note that the firearm may be delivered by the
seller to the buyer only after the latter has
secured the corresponding firearm license.

3. Importation or Purchase abroad of firearm and

ammunition by individuals has been suspended
by order of the President (SOP # 13 – Sept. 19,
1991)
 KINDS LONG LONG
REGULAR CERT. OF
OF LICENSE (LRL) REGISTRATION
Firearm
LICENSES Licenses are (LCR)
Private firms, Govt. agencies or
TO VALID FOR establishments, offices, govt. owned
POSSESS TWO corporations for use or controlled corp.
by their officials or
YEARS. employees
For use by their
FIREARM excluding security Officials or employees
guards. excluding guards.

REGULAR SPECIAL SHORT SHORT

LICENSE PERMIT REGULAR CERTIFICATE
(RL) (SP) LICENSE OF
Privately owned by Privately owned by (SRL) REGISTRATION
civilians, security government officials Private employee (SCR)
agencies and and employees. issued a firearm Government official or
corporation for use covered by LRL. employee issued a
of security guards. firearm covered by
LCR.
 Revocation / Termination of License
1. A firearm license shall be revoked under any of
the following causes:

a. Loss of firearm through negligence;

b. Carrying of firearm outside residence without the
appropriate permit;
c. Carrying of firearm in prohibited places;
d. Conviction by a competent court involving moral
turpitude for any offense where the penalty carries an
imprisonment of more than six (6) months and a fine of
at least P1,000;
e. Unauthorized loan of firearm to another person;
f. Dismissal for cause from the service, in the case of
government officials and/or employees;
g. Commission of a crime where the firearm is involved.
2. Upon revocation of the license, the firearm and ammunition
covered by such license shall be surrendered to PNP-FED, in
case of Metro Manila residents. In the provinces, it shall be
surrendered to the PNP Regional or Provincial Director
concerned who shall forward the same to PNP-FED for proper
disposition.

3. Upon the death or legal disability of the holder of a firearm, it

shall be the duty of the nearest relative, legal representative or
any person who shall knowingly come into possession of such
firearm and ammunition to deliver the same after securing the
necessary transport permit to the PNP-FED or the PNP
Provincial or Regional Director. Such firearm and ammunition
shall be retained pending issuance of a license in accordance
with the law.

4. It is the responsibility of the department head and/or employer

to report to the PNP-FED any case of loss of a firearm covered
by a SP, LCR, SCR, LRL and/or SRL.
 CARRYING AND TRANSPORT OF FIREARMS

1. TRANSPORT PERMITS – A one time pass issued to

individuals for the purpose of transporting UNLOADED
firearm/s and ammunition from one location to another
and vice-versa if necessary.

2. TRANSPORT PERMITS FOR GUN CLUB MEMBERS – A

written authority issued to FED accredited gun club
members for the purpose of transporting UNLOADED
firearm/s and ammunition from residence to accredited
firing ranges and vice-versa.

3. HUNTING PERMITS – A written authority issued to

individuals for purposes of transporting UNLOADED
firearm/s and ammunition to hunt in legal hunting
grounds.
4. PERMIT TO CARRY FIREARM OUTSIDE RESIDENCE
(PTCFOR) – A written authority issued to individuals
who are under actual threat or whose lives are in
imminent danger due to the nature of their position,
occupation or calling. PTCFOR is issued by the Chief,
Civil Security Group (CSG) per authority granted by
the CPNP. PTCFOR is valid for One (1) year provided
that the firearm license is valid.

5. DUTY DETAIL ORDER – A written order issued by a

superior officer to his subordinates assigning to the
latter the performance of a specific task within or
outside his official station that is a part of his regular
duties.
6. MISSION ORDER – A written directive issued by a
competent authority to individuals who are under his
supervision and control for a definite purpose or
objective during a specified period and to such place or
places therein mentioned.

NO MISSION ORDER SHALL BE ISSUED TO ANY

CIVILIAN AGENT authorizing the same to carry firearm
outside residence unless the individual is:

a. included in the regular plantilla of the government

agency involved in law enforcement;
b. is receiving regular compensation for the services he is
rendering in the agency;
c. the civilian agent must be included in a special law
enforcement, police, intelligence project proposal or
special project which specifically requires the use of
firearm/s to insure its accomplishment.
1. The sidearm carried by a person in uniform shall be
placed in a holster securely attached to the belt.

2. Persons in uniform but without holster and those in

civilian clothes who are authorized to carry their
firearm outside residence shall ensure that their
firearm is concealed unless in actual use for legitimate
purpose.

3. The practice of flagrantly displaying a firearm or

tucking it at the waist while in uniform or civilian
clothes is prohibited.

4. Only firearms specifically described in the permit shall

be carried.
1. Those authorized to carry firearms shall not bring
said firearms inside public drinking places.
Cabarets, public dance halls and public
amusements places; or while attending civic,
political or religious rallies and meetings.

2. Carrying of long firearms is prohibited in Metro

Manila, chartered cities, provincial capitals and
other thickly populated areas or fiestas or other
large gatherings except when called for in the
performance of duty or accomplishment of
mission.
TO SUMMARIZE
-License to Possess Firearm & Ammunition is not an
authority to bring firearm outside residence;

-Your vehicle is not an extension of your residence;

-Your firearm license is valid for two (2) years;

-You have to renew your license with the PNP-FED

before it expires;

-PTCFOR is valid for one (1) year

provided that firearm license is current;

-PTCFOR and other Firearm Transport

Permits are automatically suspended
once Firearm License expires.
 REQUISITES FOR A
VALID SELF DEFENSE
Article 11 of our Revised Penal Code states the justifying
circumstances wherein anyone acting in defense of his
person or rights, do not incur any criminal liability.

First, Unlawful aggression;

Second, Reasonable necessity of the means employed

to prevent or repel it;

Third, Lack of sufficient provocation on the part of the

person defending himself.

ALL THREE MUST EXIST.

FOUR RULES OF GUN SAFETY

CONSIDER EVERY
GUN AS LOADED.
Never let the muzzle of a gun point at
anything that you do not intend to
shoot.

Keep your finger off the trigger unless

you are ready to fire.

Be sure of your target and what lies

beyond and around it before you
shoot.
If a child finds a gun, they should be taught to:

- STOP and DO NOT TOUCH THE GUN.

- LEAVE THE AREA.

- TELL A RESPONSIBLE ADULT WHAT HE FOUND.

An adult who finds a gun should not touch what he

found also. Even if the adult is familiar with gun safety,
the gun could be essential evidence that could be used
in solving a crime and the mere position of the gun
could be important. Not to mention fingerprints, blood
or cartridge cases. Obviously, the police should be
notified first.
It is far better thing to
GUN PROOF YOUR
CHILDREN
than to
CHILD PROOF
a gun.
 ADDITIONAL SAFETY TIPS
1. Be sure that your gun is safe to operate.

2. Seek professional training with your gun.

3. Use only the correct ammunition. Be careful

of “hot” loads.

4. Wear eye and ear protection as appropriate.

5. Never take a gun away from someone by

pulling on the barrel.

6. Never use drugs or alcohol before or during

shooting.
7. Never shoot into water and avoid ricochets. Also,
do not shoot at heavy objects such as junked cars,
old propane tanks and abandoned refrigerators.

8. Store firearms and ammunition separately.

9. While hunting, be completely aware of the

whereabout of your buddies and NEVER SHOOT
AT SOUND OR MOVEMENT WHILE HUNTING.

10. While hunting, you should positively identify the

sex of the animal before readying your shot.
Female animals are normally not hunted.

11. Be aware that certain firearms and activities have

additional rules and precautions.
12. Never climb a tree or fence or jump a ditch with a
loaded gun.

13. Always obey Range Rules and your Range

Safety Officer.

14. Never rely solely on the safety devices of your

gun. Remember that your gun is a piece of
equipment.

15. Never allow horseplay with your gun.

16. Carry guns in cases.

17. Be sure that your barrel is clear of obstructions

before firing.
 RANGE SAFETY & ETIQUETTE
1. Make sure that your firearm is cased and unloaded when you
enter a shooting range.

2. The uncasing and casing of your firearm should always take

place at the “SAFETY AREA”.

3. The handling of ammunition in any “SAFETY AREA” is

prohibited.

4. If allowed to holster, firearm must be unloaded, hammer down

and with no magazine inserted. Handling of firearm in any
fashion outside the SAFETY AREA is not allowed without the
express authorization of the Range Officer.

5. Eye and ear protection must be worn at all times while on the
shooting range whether shooting or not.
6. When allowed to handle your firearm, always point the
muzzle of your firearm down range. Never hold your
firearm if there are people in front of you or with people
downrange.

7. In a firing line with no barriers, the person to your right

is always given priority unless otherwise stated.

8. Always announce that you are “firing” before you start

shooting to allow people to prepare for your firing.

9. Load firearm only upon the advice of your Range

Officer.

10. The Range Officer is the only boss inside the shooting
range.
 TIPS IN TRANSPORTING FIREARMS

1. Never carry your handgun in your pocket, purse or waistband.

Use a proper gun case or holster.

2. Always transport your firearm in a safe unloaded condition.

3. When carrying with a loaded chamber, make sure that the safety
mechanism is on. A safer option is to carry the pistol with a loaded
magazine but with an empty chamber.

4. For revolvers, carry loaded revolvers with an empty chamber

under the hammer.

5. Always bring the original copy of your firearm license and transport
permit or PTCFOR when transporting your firearm. Note that you
are required to show your documents when requested by any law
enforcement officer.
Marksmanship
The skillful art of shooting
and hitting a target at a
given range or known
distance.
 STANCE
1. CONTROL
2. ARMS
3. POSTURE
4. ALIGNMENT
5. NATURAL POINT OF AIM
6. STANCE WIDTH
 GRIP
Consistency and neutrality are the goals.
You should have a totally neutral feeling in each hand.
Achieving neutrality allows the Grip and Stance
technique to perform its most important function:
ALLOWING THE GUN TO RECOIL IN THE SAME
DIRECTION, TO THE SAME LEVEL, AND ON THE
SAME PATH.
The Grip and Stance cannot control recoil in the sense
of stopping recoil. That’s not possible. What is possible
is control of the sight and the gun.
 BREATHE CONTROL
The breathing process provides the body with oxygen and
eliminates waste elements from the blood. Correct breathing
while shooting is essential to proper body functions.

A complete respiratory cycle last for 4–5 seconds (inhaling and

exhaling) and between each cycle, there is a pause of
2–3 seconds. This pause can be extended up to 10 seconds
without any special labor or unpleasant sensation.
IT IS DURING THIS PAUSE BETWEEN BREATHS
THAT THE SHOOTER SHOULD FIRE THE SHOT.

During the pause, the breathing muscles are relaxed thus the
shooter avoids strain from the diaphragm.
 SIGHT ALIGNMENT
SIGHT PICTURE
- Sight Alignment is the relationship between the rear
sight and the front sight with respect to the eye.

- Sight Picture is the relationship between the rear sight

and the front sight to the target with respect to the
eye.
Aiming points commonly used:

Six O’clock and Twelve O’clock hold.

Reference is a clock. Thus, when it is
said that shooter is hitting 3 O’clock, it
means that he is hitting right of target.
 TRIGGER CONTROL
Is the method used to apply pressure on the trigger so
that the shot can be fired with the least amount of
disturbance to sight alignment. It is the independent
action of the trigger with uniform increasing pressure
straight to the rear after the slack has been taken.

FOLLOW THROUGH is the continued and physical

application of the fundamentals after each round has
been fired. The shooter must not shift his position,
move his head or bring down the pistol for a few
seconds after firing a shot.

CALLING THE SHOTS is the prediction of the shots

on where the hits are on the target.
ERRORS IN TRIGGER CONTROL

FLINCHING - muscular tension or reaction in

anticipation of the recoil. It is caused by moving the
head, closing the eyes, moving the shoulder to the
rear or combination.

JERKING - an attempt to make the pistol fire at a

certain instant by rapidly applying pressure on the
trigger.
 STANCE

GRIP

BREATHE CONTROL

SIGHT ALIGNMENT &

PICTURE

TRIGGER CONTROL