California Firearms Safety Certificates (CAFSC) Practice Exam

Which of the following is NOT one of the Rules for Kids?

1. Leave the Area

2. Don't touch!

3. Ask a friend before touching

4. Stop!

The correct answer is: Ask a friend before touching

The concept of "Rules for Kids" emphasizes safety when encountering firearms or any potential threats associated with them. The rules are designed to promote responsible behavior and minimize risk, particularly among children. "Don't touch!" is a fundamental rule, as it advises children to avoid handling firearms without adult supervision. "Leave the Area" encourages children to remove themselves from a potentially dangerous situation, and "Stop!" serves as a clear directive that instructs children to halt any action that could lead them to engage with a firearm. The reason "Ask a friend before touching" does not align with the recommended safety rules is because it implies seeking consent from another child before interacting with a firearm, which could lead to peer influence and mishandling. Instead, the emphasis is placed on individual responsibility and the importance of not touching firearms at all, regardless of what a peer might suggest.