When accepting a firearm from another person:

1. Check that the action is opened before touching the firearm. If it isn't, ask the person who is handing you the firearm to open it for you.

2. Visually check that the chamber and magazine are empty of ammunition before touching the firearm.

3. Grasp the firearm with both hands, keeping the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.

4. Say thank you to alert the passer to release the firearm.

5. Once the firearm is in your control PROVE that it is unloaded and safe to handle. (see the Unloading procedures)