Centre of Excellence for Disabled Arch​ers in Kent

Range Safety

There are some universal practices that help maintain a safe practice environment.

  • Know and obey the range rules.
  • Inspect your equipment prior to shooting.
  • Always walk, don't run, on the range.
  • Only shoot a bow with an arrow properly nocked.
  • Keep arrows in the quiver until ready to shoot.
  • Keep arrows pointed down or towards the target.
  • Shoot only the targets in your lane.
  • Be certain your line of fire is clear.
  • Only walk down range when it is clear to do so.
  • Stand on the same shooting line as other archers, not in front of or behind them.
  • If you hear the command “FAST” DO NOT SHOOT. Remove your arrow from your bow and place it in your quiver until it is safe to resume shooting.