Range Standards
Pages 14-14
Firing Line
Rule 6.12 items
Firing Line
Rule 6.1The firing line is immediately in front of the firing points and must be clearly marked.
Rule 6.1For the definition of the firing line, see Rule 5.1.
Rule 6.1Firing Points
Rule 6.21 item
Firing Points
Rule 6.2Firing points shall be a minimum of 4 feet in width.
Rule 6.2Target Height
Rule 6.2.11 item
Target Height
Rule 6.2.1Targets shall be placed at a height not less than 6 inches from the ground and shall not exceed 5 feet from the ground to the bottom of the target.
Rule 6.2.1Target Orientation
Rule 6.2.21 item
Target Orientation
Rule 6.2.2The highest numbered bullseyes shall be at the bottom of the target.
Rule 6.2.2Shelter
Rule 6.31 item
Shelter
Rule 6.3Outdoor ranges should be covered and at least three sides enclosed.
Rule 6.3Shooting Distance
Rule 6.42 items
Shooting Distance
Rule 6.4The shooting distance for all BB gun competitions is 5 meters (16 feet 4 3/4 inches).
Rule 6.4This distance is measured from the face of the target to the firing line.
Rule 6.4Illumination
Rule 6.51 item
Illumination
Rule 6.5The recommended illumination at the target is 1500 lux.
Rule 6.5Safety Backstop
Rule 6.61 item
Safety Backstop
Rule 6.6A safety backstop of canvas or other material a BB cannot penetrate must be provided immediately behind the target.
Rule 6.6Adult Firing Line Personnel
Rule 6.71 item
Adult Firing Line Personnel
Rule 6.7A minimum of one adult per firing point must be present on the firing line during actual firing.
Rule 6.7