Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC)

In accordance with the Firearms Act, a new firearms safety course focusing on restricted firearms (primarily handguns) was developed and implemented on February 1, 1999. The legislation stipulates that individuals wishing to acquire restricted and/or prohibited firearms must:

• take both the CFSC and the CRFSC courses and pass the tests
• OR challenge and pass both the CFSC and CRFSC tests without completing a course.

Topics covered in the CRFSC include:

• the evolution of firearms, major parts, types and actions
• basic firearms safety practices
• ammunition
• operating handgun actions
• safe handling and carrying procedures
• firing techniques and procedures for handguns
• care of restricted firearms
• responsibilities of the firearm owner / user and
• safe storage, display, transportation and handling of restricted firearms

Participants must be a minimum of 18 years of age.