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Class lecture
Study periods
Video presentations
Hands-on practice time
Transportation demo
Lots of makes and actions
Written and practical exam
High success rate
Canadian Firearms Safety Course,
Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course
To PURCHASE OR ACQUIRE firearms and ammunition, you must have a PAL (Possession and Acquisition License). Complete the "Application for a Possession and Acquisition License" available online at the Canadian Firearms Centre.
On the application, Section E, SAFETY TRAINING CERTIFICATION, Box 19 a) and b) require Safety Training Certification. There are two required courses:
- CANADIAN FIREARMS SAFETY COURSE (CFSC) for rifles and shotguns, and
- CANADIAN RESTRICTED FIREARMS SAFETY COURSE (CRFSC) for handguns
Successful completion of the examinations is mandatory for all Canadians, no one is exempt. See the course schedule.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When can I take CFSC or CRFSC course?
What does the course cost?
What will I be doing at the course?
What kind of examination do I have to take?
Can I challenge the exam?
Who is the instructor and what are his qualifications?
WHEN CAN I TAKE A CFSC OR CRFSC COURSE?
The CFSC (Non-Restricted) course requires two days. CFSC courses are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturday and 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Sunday.
Applicants who complete the CFSC can then go on to take the CRFSC (Restricted) course. The CRFSC requires one half day, and is offered on Wednesday nights and starts at 6:00 PM.
All courses are held at the Best Western Poco Inn & Suites. ALL COURSES START PROMPTLY. Please be a few minutes early.
These courses fill quickly and you will likely need to register at least two weeks in advance. Call Murray at 604.889.3822 between 8 AM and 8 PM Pacific Time to register and arrange to pick up your course materials.
To meet the ever-increasing demand for these classes, I am working at finding other dates to accommodate more people. If you are able to attend CFSC courses on week days, please call me and leave me your name and contact number. I am also trying to schedule CRFSC courses in the evenings from 6pm-11pm to meet the demand there.
CFSC/CRFSC COURSE SCHEDULE FOR 2008*
*Dates and prices subject to change without notice. GST is included.
Prior to each class, in addition to reading the appropriate Student Handbook, students may want to watch the related video on their own. This creates preview for handling the ten (deactivated) firearms of the course.
Thank you for helping me make the most of your firearms safety education!
CFSC video link:
http://www.cfc-cafc.gc.ca/safety-surete/safety_course_video_e.aspCRFSC video link:
Please contact the CFC and ask for this link.Call Murray at 604.889.3822 between 8 AM and 8 PM Pacific Time to register and arrange to pick up your course materials.
Do weekdays suit you better? Click for Tues/Wed/Thurs schedule.
Course Type
Date
CFSC
Sat, May 03 and Sun, May 04.2008FULLCRFSC
Wed, May 07.2008FULLCFSC
Sat, May 24 and Sun, May 25.2008FULLCRFSC
Wed, May 28.2008FULLCFSC
Sat, Jun 28 and Sun, Jun 29.2008
CRFSC
Wed, Jul 02.2008
CFSC
Sat, Jul 12 and Sun, Jul 13.2008
CRFSC
Wed, Jul 16.2008
CFSC
Sat, Aug 23 and Sun, Aug 24.2008
CRFSC
Wed, Aug 27.2008
CFSC
Sat, Sep 13 and Sun, Sep 14.2008
CRFSC
Wed, Sep 17.2008
CFSC
Sat, Sep 27 and Sun, Sep 28.2008
CRFSC
Wed, Oct 01.2008
CFSC
Sat, Sep 27 and Sun, Sep 28.2008
CRFSC
Wed, Oct 01.2008
CFSC
Sat, Oct 25 and Sun, Oct 26.2008
CRFSC
Wed, Oct 29.2008
CFSC
Sat, Nov 15 and Sun, Nov 16.2008
CRFSC
Wed, Nov 19.2008
CFSC
Sat, Dec 13 and Sun, Dec 14.2008
CRFSC
Wed, Dec 17.2008
WHAT DOES THE COURSE COST*?
*Dates and prices subject to change without notice. GST is included.
If you take both courses and purchase both handbooks, the total cost is $230. Here is the breakdown:
The Canadian Firearms Safety Course (rifles and shotguns) costs $120. The Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (handguns) costs an additional $80. Please note that you must take the CFSC before you are eligible for the CRFSC.
You should also purchase the relevant handbook when you sign up for the course. The following handbooks are available to students for $15 each, tax included:
- Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) Student Handbook
- Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC) Student Handbook
Please make sure you have READ both handbooks before your first day in class.
Call Murray at 604.889.3822 between 8 AM and 8 PM Pacific Time to register and arrange to pick up your course materials.
WHAT WILL I BE DOING AT THE COURSE?
During the course you will be demonstrating safe handling of disabled firearms and inert ammunition. The course does not have a live fire component.
Once you have successfully completed the course, you will have met my criteria for further training, if you are interested.
WHAT KIND OF EXAMINATION DO I HAVE TO TAKE?
There are two examinations included in the cost for each course, one written and one practical. These are taken at the end of the course. You will need to achieve a minimum mark of 80% on the written examination of 50 True/False or multiple choice questions. You will also need to achieve a minimum mark of 80% on the practical examination. Over 99.8% of applicants taking the course are successful in achieving this standard.
You will receive your results immediately upon completion of the exam.
CAN I CHALLENGE THE COURSE?
Yes, you can challenge the course. But if you do not succeed the first time, then you must take the course. I will credit 50% of your challenge fee towards the course fee.
Generally, the non-restricted and restricted courses cover the basics of all firearm actions and a national standard of safety. Past experiences show an extremely high failure rate under these circumstances.
The Canadian Firearms Safety Course is different from what may have been learned in police, military and shooting sports organizations, which may account for the low success rate of those who challenge the course.
I hear challenges after regular classes are complete. Cost is $15 each for written and practical. Call 604.889.3822 to arrange a challenge appointment.
WHO IS THE INSTRUCTOR AND WHAT ARE HIS QUALIFICATIONS?
Murray Gardner is a certified professional with extensive knowledge of firearms and instructing. Please review his credentials.
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