The field and the equipment
Measurements and equipment: what officials check, rarely what decides a match.
Officials' detail · 4 rules · Step 4 of 4Penalties, safety and equipment
- What are the safety rules on a shooting range?A gun may be loaded only on the firing point and only after the command "LOAD" or "START".
- What kind of rifle is allowed?Only single-shot rifles loaded by hand are allowed, with one rifle for a whole event.
- What may a rifle athlete wear?Rifle athletes may wear a special jacket, trousers, gloves and shoes, each limited in thickness and stiffness so that the clothing does not hold the athlete up.
- Who inspects the equipment, and when?Athletes are responsible for their own equipment meeting the rules.