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5.7

Malfunctions – Competitor’s Equipment

5.7.1

If a competitor's firearm malfunctions after the start signal, the competitor may safely attempt to correct the
problem and continue the course of fire. During such corrective action, the competitor must keep the muzzle
of the firearm pointing safely downrange at all times. The competitor must not use rods or other tools to
verify or correct the malfunction. Violations will result in a zero score for the stage.
5.7.1.1

A competitor who experiences a firearm malfunction while responding to the "Load And Make
Ready" or "Make Ready" command, but prior to issuance of the "Start Signal", is entitled to retire,
under the authority and supervision of the Range Officer, to repair his firearm,