Always make sure your firearm is unloaded before making modifications. The Rules of Gun Safety Follow safety guidelines and always securely store your firearm. It is a full-time responsibility. 01. ALWAYS KEEP YOUR FIREARM POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. 02. KEEP YOUR TRIGGER FINGER OUTSIDE THE GUARD AND OFF OF THE TRIGGER UNTIL YOU ARE READY TO FIRE. 03. TREAT ALL FIREARMS AS IF THEY WERE LOADED 04. BE CERTAIN OF YOUR TARGET, YOUR LINE OF FIRE, AND WHAT LIES BEYOND YOUR TARGET.