Unloading Handguns

To unload a handgun safely:

• Point the muzzle in a safe direction.
• If the firearm has a safety, put the safety on if you can open the action and unload the firearm with the safety on.
• Keep your finger off the trigger and outside the trigger guard.
• Remove the magazine if using a semi-automatic, or open they cylinder on a revolver.
• Open the action if using a semi-automatic handgun.
• Eject cartridges if it is the only way to remove them.
• Make sure the firearm is empty by physically and visually checking both the chamber and the magazine well.
• Put the safety on if it is not on already.