Florida Firearms Instructor Certification
Exam Questions and Answers Plus Rationales
1. Which Florida law primarily governs the use and possession of
firearms?
a. Florida Civil Rights Act
b. Florida Statutes Chapter 790
c. Florida Criminal Code Chapter 776
d. Florida Administrative Code Rule 69A
Florida Statutes Chapter 790 specifically covers weapons and firearms
regulations in Florida.
2. What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a Florida
Concealed Weapon or Firearm License?
a. 16
b. 18
c. 21
d. 25
Florida law requires applicants to be at least 21 years old for concealed
weapon or firearm licenses.
3. Which of the following is NOT a legal restriction for carrying a
concealed firearm in Florida?
a. Schools
b. Government buildings
c. Private property with posted signs
d. Public streets
,Public streets are generally lawful to carry a concealed weapon unless
other specific restrictions apply.
4. When teaching firearms safety, instructors should always
emphasize the primary rule:
a. Shoot only at targets
b. Treat every firearm as if it is loaded
c. Keep your firearm clean
d. Wear eye protection
The fundamental safety rule is to always assume a firearm is loaded to
prevent accidental discharge.
5. Which of the following best defines "negligent discharge"?
a. Shooting at a target without aiming
b. Unintentional firing of a firearm due to careless handling
c. Firing at an illegal target
d. Shooting without a license
Negligent discharge occurs when a firearm is fired unintentionally due
to mishandling.
6. What is the purpose of the "safety on" mechanism on a firearm?
a. Makes the gun louder
b. Prevents the firearm from firing accidentally
c. Automatically reloads the gun
d. Reduces recoil
The safety mechanism blocks the trigger or firing pin to prevent
accidental discharge.
7. Which of the following is considered the safest way to carry a
firearm in a classroom or range setting?
, a. In hand, pointed down
b. Holstered with safety off
c. Unloaded and holstered or on a rack
d. In a backpack
Firearms should be unloaded and secured when not in active use.
8. The four universal rules of firearms safety include all of the
following EXCEPT:
a. Treat every firearm as loaded
b. Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot
c. Know your target and what is beyond it
d. Always shoot from the hip
Shooting from the hip is unsafe and not part of standard firearms safety.
9. How often must a Florida firearms instructor complete continuing
education to maintain certification?
a. Every year
b. Every two years
c. Every three years
d. Every five years
Florida requires firearms instructors to maintain training and
certification every three years.
10. What is the first action an instructor should take if a student
experiences a firearm malfunction during training?
a. Continue shooting
b. Pull the trigger again
c. Stop and ensure the firearm is safe
d. Call law enforcement
, The first priority is always safety; the firearm must be secured before
any further action.
11. In Florida, a person is prohibited from owning a firearm if
they:
a. Are over 70 years old
b. Have a hunting license
c. Have been convicted of a felony
d. Completed firearms training
Felony convictions prevent lawful firearm possession under Florida law.
12. When demonstrating the proper grip, instructors should
ensure the student:
a. Holds only with the strong hand
b. Uses both hands with firm, controlled pressure
c. Keeps fingers on the trigger
d. Supports the firearm with the weak hand only
Proper grip with both hands ensures control and accuracy while
reducing recoil.
13. During a live-fire exercise, the safest location for observers
is:
a. Behind the shooter
b. Directly to the side
c. Behind a designated safety line
d. In front of the target
Observers should always be positioned behind a safety line to avoid
injury.
Exam Questions and Answers Plus Rationales
1. Which Florida law primarily governs the use and possession of
firearms?
a. Florida Civil Rights Act
b. Florida Statutes Chapter 790
c. Florida Criminal Code Chapter 776
d. Florida Administrative Code Rule 69A
Florida Statutes Chapter 790 specifically covers weapons and firearms
regulations in Florida.
2. What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a Florida
Concealed Weapon or Firearm License?
a. 16
b. 18
c. 21
d. 25
Florida law requires applicants to be at least 21 years old for concealed
weapon or firearm licenses.
3. Which of the following is NOT a legal restriction for carrying a
concealed firearm in Florida?
a. Schools
b. Government buildings
c. Private property with posted signs
d. Public streets
,Public streets are generally lawful to carry a concealed weapon unless
other specific restrictions apply.
4. When teaching firearms safety, instructors should always
emphasize the primary rule:
a. Shoot only at targets
b. Treat every firearm as if it is loaded
c. Keep your firearm clean
d. Wear eye protection
The fundamental safety rule is to always assume a firearm is loaded to
prevent accidental discharge.
5. Which of the following best defines "negligent discharge"?
a. Shooting at a target without aiming
b. Unintentional firing of a firearm due to careless handling
c. Firing at an illegal target
d. Shooting without a license
Negligent discharge occurs when a firearm is fired unintentionally due
to mishandling.
6. What is the purpose of the "safety on" mechanism on a firearm?
a. Makes the gun louder
b. Prevents the firearm from firing accidentally
c. Automatically reloads the gun
d. Reduces recoil
The safety mechanism blocks the trigger or firing pin to prevent
accidental discharge.
7. Which of the following is considered the safest way to carry a
firearm in a classroom or range setting?
, a. In hand, pointed down
b. Holstered with safety off
c. Unloaded and holstered or on a rack
d. In a backpack
Firearms should be unloaded and secured when not in active use.
8. The four universal rules of firearms safety include all of the
following EXCEPT:
a. Treat every firearm as loaded
b. Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot
c. Know your target and what is beyond it
d. Always shoot from the hip
Shooting from the hip is unsafe and not part of standard firearms safety.
9. How often must a Florida firearms instructor complete continuing
education to maintain certification?
a. Every year
b. Every two years
c. Every three years
d. Every five years
Florida requires firearms instructors to maintain training and
certification every three years.
10. What is the first action an instructor should take if a student
experiences a firearm malfunction during training?
a. Continue shooting
b. Pull the trigger again
c. Stop and ensure the firearm is safe
d. Call law enforcement
, The first priority is always safety; the firearm must be secured before
any further action.
11. In Florida, a person is prohibited from owning a firearm if
they:
a. Are over 70 years old
b. Have a hunting license
c. Have been convicted of a felony
d. Completed firearms training
Felony convictions prevent lawful firearm possession under Florida law.
12. When demonstrating the proper grip, instructors should
ensure the student:
a. Holds only with the strong hand
b. Uses both hands with firm, controlled pressure
c. Keeps fingers on the trigger
d. Supports the firearm with the weak hand only
Proper grip with both hands ensures control and accuracy while
reducing recoil.
13. During a live-fire exercise, the safest location for observers
is:
a. Behind the shooter
b. Directly to the side
c. Behind a designated safety line
d. In front of the target
Observers should always be positioned behind a safety line to avoid
injury.
