Somewhere in which if there's little ones around that they can't reach it or even find it. It also should always be on safety to prevent any unwanted and accidental firing. Last thing someone wants is to have someone dead next to them. For a firearm, the safest place to store one would be in a place that is always locked up (such as a safe).
Securely (lock and key) and dry.
The owner of the firearm is responsible to keep the firearm secure and properly stored.
When you do not intend to fire the weapon.
Ready to shoot
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ANY mechanical system- including the safety on a firearm- CAN fail. This is the reason for the basic firearm safety rules- including "do not point a firearm at anything you do not mean to shoot." It is rare, but CAN happen.
False.
It prevents the firearm from discharging before the shooter means to have it discharge.
Learning to, and handling a firearm in such a manner as to not cause unintended harm or damage.
To insure that a firearm is in safe condition to use.
Individual work areas should maintain a Material Safety Data Sheet for all hazardous chemicals stored or used in that area
Old enough to demonstrate responsibility and know rules of firearm safety.