Guidance On Conducting
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Clay Pigeon Shoot

1. There should be a zone extending to 275 Metres from the shooting point in the direction of fire, which should be clearly defined.
2. Shot, broken or whole clay targets should not land on any areas where the public have access, or where permission from the owner of the land has not been granted.
3. No person who appears to be intoxicated or under the influence of drugs should be allowed to be in possession of guns.
4. All guns should only be loaded when on the firing point.
5. Health & Safety regulations require that appropriate safety equipment must be made available to all parties requiring it.
6. Initial application should be made a reasonable time before the first such event is to take place (preferably at least 4 weeks).
7. The organiser must be in a position to accept responsibility for safety at the event, and should do so.
8. The organiser of such an event has a liability in law, and is advised to have an appropriate form of insurance to cover any accidents, third party liability, employers liability etc. depending on the circumstances.
9. The period of validity for the exemption may vary dependant on individual/club circumstances and specific requirements should be discussed in detail with the firearms licensing department.
10. You should be aware of the potential for noise pollution.
11. You may wish to consider conducting a risk assessment for the activity.