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12. Never shoot at a hard, flat surface or at the

surface of water to avoid a ricochet and possible

serious personal injury to yourself or a bystander.

13. Store guns in a clean dry place out of reach of

children and separated from stored ammunition.

14. Never alter any parts of your gun. Any alterations

or adjustments that may become necessary to the

operating mechanism should be performed by a

qualified gunsmith.

15. Hunting from elevated surfaces such as tree

stands is dangerous. Always make certain that the

stand being used is safe, sturdy and stable. Always

make certain your firearm is unloaded when it is

being taken up and down from the stand. Always

make certain that your firearm is not dropped from

the stand or dropped while it is being taken up or

down from the stand.

16. Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas,

cleaning firearms, or handling ammunition may

result in exposure to lead and other substances known

to cause birth defects, reproductive harm and other

serious physical injury. Have adequate ventilation at

all times. Wash hands thoroughly after exposure.

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