Unloading Shotguns

To unload a shotgun 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.
• Open the action.
• Eject shells if it is the only way to remove them.
• Make sure the firearm is empty by physically and visually checking the chamber.
• Put the safety on if it is not on already.