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NRA Range Safety Officer Certification

  • Friday, December 05, 2025
  • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Clubhouse all day
  • 15

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  • Staff and Volunteers of Alamance Target Sports Club 007.

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NRA RANGE SAFETY OFFICER (RSO) CERTIFICATION

The NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) program is designed to meet the demand for a nationally recognized range safety officer certification, equipping participants with the essential skills to ensure safe and effective range operations. 

This course provides thorough training in the responsibilities of a Range Safety Officer, preparing you to organize, conduct, and supervise safe shooting activities. 

Course Overview:

  • Lesson I: Introduction to the NRA Basic Range Safety Officer Course
  • Lesson II: The Role of the Range Safety Officer & Range Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Lesson III: Range Inspection and Range Rules
  • Lesson IV: Conducting a Range Safety Briefing
  • Lesson V: Emergency Procedures
  • Lesson VI: Live Fire Exercises and Demonstrations. 
  • Lesson VII: Test & Review
  • Various Exercises and Demonstrations

Certification Requirements

  • Be at least 21 years old.

  • Attend the entire course.

  • Participate in discussions and practical exercises.

  • Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to organize, conduct, and supervise safe shooting activities and range operations.

  • Achieve an examination score of 90% or higher.

  • Finalize credentialing at nrainstructors.org and pay required fees. 

  • NRA Membership is not required but does make the credentialing process easier.


Course Details:

  • Time: 09:00 AM - 5:00 PM (approximate)
  • Location: Durham Pistol and Rifle Club (DPRC) Classroom
  • Cost: $125.00

What to bring: Note-taking materials

What is Provided: 

  • Range Safety Officer packet with RSO Course Book.
  • NRA RSO Patch

Important: No live ammunition is permitted in the classroom during this class.

Additional Information:
This class is primarily conducted within the clubhouse.  We may go to a range to simulate RSO activities in a range environment. Please dress accordingly for the weather on the day of the class.

For more information or to register, contact: 

Bob Barr, NRA Chief Range Safety Officer
Phone: 336-266-0059
Email: BTeam27302@gmail.com 


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