Introduction and learning objectives

A safe hunter is always cautious about any activity that may result in an accident or injury. Safe hunters plan ahead and analyse each situation to eliminate any immediate danger or the risk of any danger.

The following are the unit objectives:

• understand and practice muzzle awareness.
• handle hunting equipment safely
• identify your target and know when it is safe to shoot
• harvest and handle game meat safely.

This unit discusses safety skills for handling a firearm and other hunting equipment in the field.