Gun Safety Programs

Gun safety programs promote the ethical use of programs. The safety programs are designed to teach shooters responsibility and the dangers of misusing firearms. There are programs available for all levels of gun handlers, such as expert and novice shooters. Youth programs are also offered to teach children how to safely handle firearms.

National Rifle Association of America

Specializing in teaching the public about gun safety, the National Rifle Association of America (NRA) provides gun educational services. Located in Fairfax, Virginia, classes are taught for individuals who are interested in learning safety tips about recreational shooting, hunting, and crime prevention. The NRA also offers instructional clinics for shooters.

Project ChildSafe

Project ChildSafe has the nation’s largest gun safety program. The curriculum at Project ChildSafe teaches the do’s and don’ts of keeping firearms at home and in homes with small children. Project ChildSafe provide students with a safety kit that includes a gun locking device. The Project ChildSafe program strives to promote responsible firearm ownership.

California Department of Justice

The California Department of Justice Firearms Division offers a handgun safety program that teaches students proper gun handling and safekeeping of handguns they own or planning to purchase. The program makes students aware of all of the responsibilities of owning guns. Students are taught how to properly operate handguns. California Department of Justice also teaches students all of the firearm laws.

The Eddie Eagle GunSafe Program

The Eddie Eagle GunSafe Program teaches preschoolers through fourth graders what to do if they find a gun. The program taught at Eddie Eagle can be completed by children in five days.