10. RANGE COMMANDS, CONTROL, AND OPERATIONS

10.1 Discipline-The safety of competitors, range personnel and spectators 
requires continuous attention by all to the careful handling of firearms and
caution in moving about the range. Self-discipline is necessary on the part of all. 
Where such self-discipline is lacking it is the duty of the range personnel 
to enforce discipline and the duty of the competitors to assist in such
enforcement.

10.1.1 Actions Open-Unless the rifle is cased, the actions must be open.
OBI inserted, and detachable magazine removed at all times except when the
competitor is in position at his firing point, and the command -"THE PREPARATION 
PERIOD STARTS NOW" has been given.

10.1.2 Unloaded Rifles- An unloaded rifle is one that contains no
cartridge in either the chamber, internal or attached magazine.

10.1.3 Loaded Rifles-A rifle that has a cartridge in the chamber, internal
or attached magazine shall be considered loaded. A loaded rifle shall be pointed
in a safe direction at all times. The bolt shall be closed only while the rifle is
pointed down range in the general direction of the targets and with the muzzle
away from the shooter's body.

10.1.4 Cease Firing- At the end of regulation time) All shooters will
immediately stop firing. All rifles except potential rapid fire alibis will then
be unloaded, detachable magazines removed, and actions opened upon the -
command "CEASE FIRING". Unloading and actions opened for potential
alibis will be delayed until the claimed malfunction has been resolved by range
officials.

10.1.5 Not Ready-It is the duty of competitors to notify the Range Officer
if not ready to fire at the time the Chief Range Officer asks "IS THE LINE
READY?" Should the Chief Range Officer cause firing to proceed, the
competitor concerned will be given an opportunity to fire his score in the
earliest possible relay or by time extension in his relay.. Failure of a competitor
to notify the Range Officer that he is not ready forfeits his right to fire.

10.1.6 Loading in Slow Fire - In all slow fire events, the rifle
will be loaded with only one cartridge at a time. The cartridge shall
be inserted in the magazine or chamber only when the rifle is
pointed down range. Resting a loaded rifle on a shooting stool or the
foot, is prohibited. (See Rule 10.1.3).

10.1.7 Rapid Fire Loading Procedure-After the command Load, all
rifles conforming to Rule 3. 1.1 and 3.1.2 will be loaded with 2 rounds in the
magazine. Rifles conforming to 3.3 will load 5 rounds. Bolts will be left open
with no round in the chamber until the competitor is in the firing position.
( Note: the rifle need not be in the shoulder before the bolt is closed.)
Competitors using rifles conforming to Rule 3.1 will engage the safety and
load two rounds (I in the chamber). The safety will not be disengaged until the
competitor is in the firing position. After firing the 2 or 5 rounds, competitors
will reload 8 or 5 rounds as appropriate. (Semi-auto match rifles conforming
to Rule 3.3 may initially load 2 or 5 rounds at the competitor's option.)

10.1.8 Interrupted Fire-If a range ceases fire during the firing of a relay
in individual matches at ranges of 500 yards or over, single or multiple stage,
one sighting shot will be allowed when firing again starts. If an individual
competitor is delayed over 2 consecutive minutes through no fault of his own
and is allowed additional firing time during the firing of an individual match
only at ranges of 500 yards or over, single or multiple stage, one sighting shot
will be allowed when his firing again starts. In both instances above, the
competitor will be given one minute additional time. The competitor has the
option of firing a sighter and must inform the score keeper that he is or is not
going to fire a sighter before the shot is fired. If a sighter is fired, it must be
recorded on the scorecard by the scorekeeper. This rule applies to all individual
matches whether or not sighters were given at the start of the match. (None of
the above applies to team matches.)

Note: In the event of a single target delay or breakdown, it is the competitor's
responsibility to notify the Range Officer of an apparent delay with his target.
The Range Officer will time any delay, and determine if sufficient time has
elapsed to allow an extra sighting shot. The Range Officer will then direct that
an extra sighting shot may be taken, if sufficient time has elapsed. The Range
Officer will note on the competitor's scorecard that extra time has been
allowed, and will initial the value of the extra sighting shot, which must not be
placed in the scoring area provided for record shots.

10.2 Loud Language-Loud and/or abusive language that disturbs the
operation of the match or the competitors while firing, is not permitted.
Competitors, scorers and Range Officers will limit their conversation directly
behind the firing line to official business. Verbal abuse by competitors or
verbal abuse of competitors by match officials are grounds for disqualification
or replacement of those guilty of such action.

10.2.1 Smoking-There will be no smoking allowed on the firing point by
competitors, scorers, team coach, captain, or range officials.

10.3 Delaying a Match-No competitor will delay the start of a match
through tardiness in reporting or undue delay in preparing to fire (See Rule
18.7).

10.3.1 Preparation Period-In all cases (including refires) competitors
will be allowed 3 minutes to take their places at their firing points and prepare
to fire after the firing point has been cleared by the preceding competitor. All
targets will be cleared and visible during this time. (Preparation period during
scoring may be allowed during team matches provided that the team coach has
an opportunity to observe the target after it is cleared and before the next string
of fire.) Dry firing shall be permitted during this period. Sighting shots will not
be fired during a preparation period.

10.3.2 Preparation Period in Back-to-Back Stages-In matches requiring 
competitors to fire two stages back-to-back before leaving the line, such as
standing and sitting rapid fire, the Range Officer shall allow 3 minutes to lapse
after the line is cleared from the first stage prior to starting the 3-minute
preparation period for the second stage.

10.4 Policing Range-It is the duty of competitors to police the firing
points after the completion of each stage. The Range Officers will supervise
such policing and will see that the firing points are kept clean.


10.5 Competitors Will Score-Competitors will act as scorers when
requested to do so by the Match Director or Chief Range Officer, except that
no competitor will score big own target.

10.6 Repeating Commands-A Range Officer will repeat the Chief Range
Officer's commands only when those commands cannot he clearly heard by
the competitors under his supervision.

10.7 Firing Line Procedures and Commands-In all cases in which the
term "Chief Range Officer" is used, it shall be understood that the Chief Range
Officer may designate another person to perform the task of talking the
commands listed in this rule. Commands should be issued in a clear voice so
that all competitors may hear them whether the commands are voice unassisted
or voice electronically assisted. In extenuating circumstances, commands can
be voice relayed by Range Officers so that all firers will have access to them.

Information is listed in (A) and (B) below in regular type, "COMMANDS
WILL BE LISTED IN BOLD TYPE". Rule numbers are inset in parenthesis
to serve as references to further explain these commands and procedures.
Indices (1), (2), etc. are used to index points in the narrative to reference
previous instructions and commands.

In the event of any emergency requiring a cease fire, a Range Officer or any
competitor or any other person may give the command, "CEASE FIRE,
UNLOAD!" This emergency command may be accompanied by moving the
targets out of view, or by a blast on a whistle or other signaling device, or both.
All competitors must cease firing immediately when an emergency command,
"CEASE FIRE" is given; remove any detachable magazines, open the actions
of their rifles, safely remove all cartridges from internal magazines and await
further instruction. After, or while, the emergency is being dealt with, the firing
line should be cleared so that competitors may move out of position in order
to remove their slings from their arms or obtain additional ammunition. If the
delay for dealing with the emergency is prolonged then competitors will be
their arms and reassume their positions. (Rule 10. 1.8) If sighters were allowed
in the match (rapid fire or slow fire) and a significant delay has occurred then
additional sighters will be allowed at the restart of firing. (Rule 10. 1.8)

"AS YOU WERE" means to disregard the command just given regardless
of what it might have been and return to the status immediately preceding the
command.

"CARRY ON" means to proceed with whatever was being done before
some interruption occurred.

(A) SLOW FIRE—
When ready to start a match, the Chief Range Officer
commands, "RELAY (number), MATCH (number)," or naming the
match, "TAKE YOUR POSITION ON THE FIRING LINE. DO
NOT HANDLE YOUR RIFLES. (Rule 10.1.1)
(1) YOUR PREPARATION PERIOD WILL START IN
TWO MINUTES." Competitors take their places at their firing
points. During this two minutes it is announced, "RELAY (number) 
TAKE YOUR POSITION AS SCORERS (Sec. 14)." After the
two minute period and if there are pits and the Chief Pit Officer has
reported that the pits are ready then the command is given, "YOUR
PREPARATION PERIOD WILL BEGIN WHEN YOUR
TARGETS APPEAR." (Rule 10.3.1) All targets are run up for the
preparation period of three minutes. Range Officers check
competitors as to correct relay, firing point number and that a scorer
is present. At the end of three minutes the targets are withdrawn to
half mast. The command is given "THE PREPARATION
PERIOD HAS ENDED. THIS MATCH or STRING OF FIRE...
WILL BE TWO SIGHTERS AND (number) SHOTS FOR
RECORD IN A TIME LIMIT OF (number) MINUTES. (Rule 8.2(a)) 
WITH ONE ROUND LOAD...IS THE FIRING LINE
READY?... THE FIRING LINE IS (IS NOT) READY." If not
ready and when the firing line is ready, "RESUMING
COMMANDS, THE FIRING LINE IS READY. YOUR TIME
WILL BEGIN AND YOU MAY FIRE WHEN YOUR
TARGETS APPEAR" The targets are run up and time is marked
to start for that relay's match.
(2) "IS THE FIRING LINE CLEAR?" Range Officers assure
that all firearms are cleared, actions opened and open bolt indicators
are properly in place. If no one has replied "NOT CLEAR!" and
Range Officers signal that the firing line is clear then, "THE
FIRING LINE IS CLEAR. RELAY (just finished) REMOVE
ALL OF YOUR EQUIPMENT FROM THE FIRING POINT
AND POLICE BRASS AND TRASH." The last is if brass is to be
policed after each relay. Otherwise, only announce a police brass
and trash call after the line has been cleared on the desired relay for
policing.
If, on the other hand, firing continues until the end of the period;
the targets are withdrawn at the end of allowed time. "CEASE
FIRE. (Rule 10.1.4) TIME HAS EXPIRED. HAS
ADDITIONAL TIME BEEN AUTHORIZED... ON THE
RIGHT... ON THE LEFT?" If additional time was authorized
then, "THOSE TARGETS AUTHORIZED ADDITIONAL
TIME, YOUR TIME BEGINS WHEN YOUR TARGETS
APPEAR." The targets are run up for additional time. "ALL
OTHER COMPETITORS CLEAR YOUR RIFLES AND
INSERT OPEN BOLT INDICATORS." At the end of additional
time or if signaled by Range Officers that firing is complete, the
targets are withdrawn. "CEASE FIRE. CLEAR ALL RIFLES
AND INSERT OPEN BOLT INDICATORS." The line clearing
procedure listed above (2) is used together with the removal of
equipment procedure in (2) above and, if desired, the police brass
and trash call procedure in (2) above. If additional relays are firing,
the command is given, "RELAY (next) YOU MAY TAKE YOUR
POSITION ON THE FIRING POINT WHEN IT IS VACANT
BUT DO NOT HANDLE YOUR RIFLE." If brass policing is
taking place and when sufficient time has elapsed then, "YOUR
BRASS POLICE PERIOD IS ENDED. ALL PERSONNEL
RETURN BEHIND THE FIRING LINE." When all personnel
are behind the firing line, return to the beginning of this narrative
(A) start and continue at the command (1), "YOUR
PREPARATION PERIOD WILL BEGIN IN TWO MINUTES."

(B) RAPID FIRE—
When ready to start a match, the Chief Range Officer
commands, "RELAY (number), MATCH (number), (or naming
the match), TAKE YOUR POSITIONS ON THE FIRING LINE.
DO NOT HANDLE YOUR RIFLES. (Rule 10.1.1) YOUR
PREPARATION PERIOD WILL START IN TWO
MINUTES." Competitors take their places on their firing points.
During this two minutes it is announced, "RELAY (number)
TAKE YOUR POSITIONS AS SCORERS (Section 14)." After
two minutes and if there are pits and the Chief Pit Officer has
reported that the pits are ready then the command is given, "YOUR
PREPARATION PERIOD WILL BEGIN WHEN YOUR
TARGETS APPEAR." (Rule 10.3.1) All targets are run up for the
preparation period. Range Officers check competitors as to correct
relay, firing point number and that a scorer is present. At the end of
three minutes, the targets are withdrawn to half-mast. The command
is given, "THE PREPARATION PERIOD HAS ENDED." If
sighters are allowed in the match the following commands apply.
"YOU WILL NOW HAVE A SIGHTER PERIOD OF TWO
MINUTES FOR TWO SLOW FIRE SIGHTERS, WITH ONE
ROUND LOAD. IS THE FIRING LINE READY? THE
FIRING LINE IS (IS NOT) READY." If the firing line is not
ready then wait for the problem to be resolved and then,
"RESUMING COMMANDS. THE FIRING LINE IS READY.
YOUR TIME BEGINS AND YOU MAY FIRE WHEN YOUR
TARGETS APPEAR." The targets are run up for sighters. After
two minutes the targets are withdrawn. "CEASE FIRE, UNLOAD.
YOUR SIGHTER PERIOD HAS ENDED. YOUR NEXT
STRING OF FIRE WILL BE RAPID FIRE
(SITTING/KNEELING) (OR PRONE) FROM STANDING;
TEN SHOTS FIRED IN A TIME LIMIT OF (60) OR (70)
SECONDS. SHOOTERS STAND." These commands can be given
while the targets are being repaired.

(1) When all targets are repaired and brought to half mast (Rule 10. 13) the
command is given, "WITH THE BOLT REMAINING OPEN, LOAD."
(Rule 10. 1.7) When all rifles appear to be loaded the commands ask, "IS THE
LINE READY?" Any competitor who is not ready at this time, or whose target
is not ready, will raise his arm and call "NOT READY ON TARGET (number)" 
A Range Officer investigates and either assists the competitor to
correct the cause of the delay, or removes the competitor safely from the firing
line to fire on an alibi relay so as not to delay the start of firing (Rule 10. 1.5).
After observing, or receiving a signal that the problem is resolved or making
a decision to continue without further delay, "THAT COMPETITOR(S)
WILL FIRE ON AN ALIBI RELAY. RESUMING COMMANDS, THE
LINE IS READY." The following sequence of preparatory commands is
given, stopped only by sudden inability of the range to operate properly or by
safety considerations: "READY ON THE RIGHT" three second pause.
"READY ON THE LEFT". Three second pause. "READY ON THE
FIRING LINE." (Rule 10.8(d)). The targets will be run up within five seconds
of the "ready on the firing line" command. On ranges where there are no pits,
the start of time will be signaled either verbally or by a short blast on a whistle.

(2) At the end of time allowed another verbal signal or another short blast
on a whistle will be signaled as appropriate. On the ranges where there are pits
the targets will be withdrawn at the end of time allowed. The command is given
"CEASE FIRE-UNLOAD. (Rule 10. 1.4) REMAIN IN POSITION UNTIL
THE LINE IS CLEARED. ARE THERE ALIBIS OR SAVED ROUNDS
ON THE RIGHT? " (Rule 14.3.1(b), 14.11.1,10.7.1 and 10.10) ALIBIS OR
SAVED ROUNDS ON THE LEFT?" (Rule 10.8(e)). After transferring
information to the pits on saved or late rounds, "IS THE LINE CLEAR?"
This means that all rifles on the line are unloaded, detachable magazines
removed and all bolts are open. Upon receiving confirmation from Range
Officers that all rifles are clear say, "THE LINE IS CLEAR. STANDBY TO 
RECEIVE SCORES AND GROUPS."

(3) If this is the first string of a two string match, see rules for rapid fire
scoring and rules for targets under contention (Section 14). When all targets
with completed scores are run up and other targets are at half-mast showing that
they are under contention (Section 14) it is announced "YOUR
CHALLENGE PERIOD HAS BEGUN" or "YOUR NINETY SECOND
CHALLENGE PERIOD HAS BEGUN (Section 16)." Information on
challenges is relayed to the pits and processed. (For targets with excessive or
insufficient hits, pit and line officials should immediately take action to resolve
the discrepancy without waiting for the beginning of the challenge period).
After a reasonable interval or the announced time period say, "THE CHALLENGE 
PERIOD HAS ENDED-EXCEPT FOR THOSE TARGETS
UNDER CONTENTION. EXCEPT FOR TARGETS UNDER CONTENTION 
IS SCORING COMPLETE ON THE RIGHT? IS SCORING
COMPLETED ON THE LEFT?" When signaled affirmative by Range
Officers say, "EXCEPT FOR TARGETS UNDER CONTENTION ALL
SCORING IS COMPLETE." This will allow the pit officer to withdraw all
targets except for those targets under contention and begin repair of targets in
which scoring is complete. While repair is proceeding, targets under
contention are focused on by Pit and Range Officers to get them resolved as
quickly as possible while still allowing those competitors the same options/
alternatives and time to examine scores, groups and decide to challenge, if
necessary, that all other competitors were allowed. When all targets under
contention are resolved and the competitor has received his/her score, they are
withdrawn into the pits for repair and all repaired targets are brought to half-
mast to show that the pits are ready for the next string of rapid fire.

The Chief Range Officer announces "FOR YOUR SECOND STRING
OF RAPID FIRE (SITTING/KNEELING) (OR PRONE) FROM STANDING; 
TEN SHOTS FIRED IN A TIME LIMIT OF(60) or(70) SECONDS;
SHOOTERS STAND." and repeats the procedure listed above in this narrative (B), 
"when all targets are repaired and brought to half-mast" (Rule 10. 13)
for starting a rapid fire match from that point in this narrative. The procedure
continues in this narrative until the point is reached (2) where time allowed for
the string of rapid fire has ended and on ranges that have pits the targets are
withdrawn into the pits. The command is then given "CEASE FIRE -
UNLOAD. PLACE THE OPEN BOLT INDICATOR IN YOUR RIFLE.
REMAIN IN POSITION UNTIL THE LINE IS CLEARED. ARE
THERE ALIBIS OR SAVED ROUNDS ON THE RIGHT? ALIBIS OR
SAVED ROUNDS ON THE LEFT?" Again transfer information on saved
or late rounds to the pits. Then, "IS THE LINE CLEAR?" This now means
all rifles are unloaded, detachable magazine removed and open bolt indicators
are properly in place in the rifle. Upon receiving confirmation from Range
Officers that all rifles are clear say, "THE LINE IS CLEAR. YOU WILL
NOW MOVE OUT OF POSITION AND REMOVE ALL OF YOUR
EQUIPMENT FROM THE FIRING POINT. YOU MAY THEN POLICE 
BRASS AND TRASH." (If it is desired to have a police brass and trash
call at this time) and or, otherwise, "YOU MAY STAND BY TO RECEIVE
SCORES AND GROUPS." At this time attention is focused on the scoring
procedure in this narrative (B(3)) starting with "see rules for rapid fire scoring"
and continuing through "to all repaired targets are brought to half-mast to show
that the pits are ready for the next string of rapid fire."

At this time if a police of brass and trash was initiated and sufficient time
has elapsed for this activity, it is announced "YOUR BRASS POLICE
PERIOD IS ENDED. ALL PERSONNEL RETURN BEHIND THE
FIRING LINE." When all personnel are behind the firing line you will
proceed to the point at the beginning of this narrative (B) and continue in the
narrative (B) from that point to start your next relay in the rapid fire match.

Note: The tempo used to deliver these commands will establish the flow of
your match. The best Range Officers (tower talkers) monitor the competitors
as they are responding to commands. Then they adjust their tempo of the
commands to keep the match moving crisply without causing undue stress on
the competitors. Common sense, compassion, a keen sense of pace and a good
knowledge of this rule book are characteristics displayed by talented Range
Officers (tower talkers).

10.7.1 Range Alibis-Refires are allowed through faulty or improper 31
range procedure, such as:
    (a) Withdrawn target (Rule 10.16);
    (b) Incorrect time allowance (Rule 8.2(b));
    (c) Incorrect range commands (failure of targets to appear within specified time limit) (Rule 10.7);
    (d) Improper scoring procedure (placing spotters in holes of a
          target which has insufficient hits, not all in the 9 and/or 10 ring) (See Rule 14.11 Non-visible hits);
    (e) Any other condition of improper or faulty range procedures which
         penalize the competitors.

10.7.2 Range Alibi Procedure - The shot(s) fired by the
competitor(s) will be pasted, without spotting or informing the
competitor(s) of the value or location of any hit(s) and the
competitor will fire a new shot string as soon as directed. (See Rule10.16 and 14.13).

10.8 Pit Procedures and Commands-The Pit Officer, at the discretion of
the Chief Range Officer, shall control the position of the targets by using the
following procedures and commands: (In all cases in which the term ''Pit
Officer'' is used, it shall be understood that the Pit Officer may designate
another person to perform the task indicated, for the purposes of this Rule.)
    (a) Prior to starting the match, the Pit Officer shall review with the pit
         personnel the procedures and commands that will be utilized.

    (b) The Pit Officer shall review the course of fire with the pit personnel
          prior to each string of fire. For example, in slow fire, instruct the pit
          personnel that, "This will be a slow fire string of - rounds. The
          target must be pulled and marked after each shot." Or, in rapid fire
          strings, "This will be a rapid fire string, 10 shots in 60 (or 70)
          seconds. Do not pull and mark the target until you have received
          the command to do so:"

    (c) When all targets and pit personnel are ready, give the command:
         "HALF MAST ALL TARGETS" and notify the Chief Range
          Officer by saying "READY IN THE PITS." (When a target is at half
          mast, it is halfway up between the bottom and top of the carrier's
          travel. In this position, the upper portions of all targets should be
          visible from the firing line.)

    (d) The targets should be raised and lowered for the starting and ending
          of each preparation period and/or string of fire by using the following
          commands: "STAND BY YOUR TARGETS" (This command will
          be given in the pits in sufficient time to allow the firing line comniands
          to be completed.) At this time, the Chief Pit Officer will repeat all
          firing line commands to the pit personnel as they are given by the
          Chief Range Officer. When the command, "READY ON THE
          FIRING LINE" is given, the pit officer will give the command,
          "TARGETS ... UP" within 5 seconds.

Targets must be fully exposed for the full time specified for that course of
fire. NOTE: To time, start the stopwatch when the targets are fully exposed (at
the top of the travel of the target carriers) and stop the stopwatch when the
targets start to move to be withdrawn into the pits. In slow fire strings, where
competitors sometimes complete the course of fire prior to the expiration of the
allowed time, the Chief Range Officer may command that the targets be
withdrawn before the full time allowed has expired.
Prior to the end of the prescribed period of time for the string (I 5 seconds),
the Chief Pit Officer will give the command, "STAND BY YOUR TAR-
GETS," and at the end of the allowed firing time, he will give the command,
"TARGETS ... DOWN." (The targets are to be moved only on the portion of
the command "UP" or "DOWN." The words "IT" or "DOWN" are the
operable portions of the command. The word "DOWN" must be given at the
precise second at the end of the string.)

    (e) The Chief Pit Officer will receive the report of saved rounds from a
          Range Officer, and will relay this information to the pit personnel
          prior to giving the command, "VERIFY THE NUMBER OF HITS
          ON YOUR TARGET." This means to make certain that the correct
          number of hits for that string of fire appears on each target (For rapid
          fire strings only).

    (f) The Chief Pit Officer will receive reports of excessive and/or insufficient 
          hits from pit personnel, and relay that information to a Range
          Officer. After all targets which are under contention (those which
          have excessive or insufficient hits) have been identified, give the
          command, "SCORE ALL TARGETS THAT ARE NOT UNDER CONTENTION."

    (g) After challenges and discrepancies have been resolved, give the
          command, "SCORE ALL REMAINING TARGETS."
          (h) After all scoring is completed on uncontested targets, and at the
          direction of the Chief Range Officer give the command "PULL,
          PASTE, AND HALF MAST ALL TARGETS THAT ARE NOT
          UNDER CONTENTION."

10.9 Procedure in Case of Defective Cartridge, or Malfunction in Slow Fire-
If a cartridge fails to fire or a rifle fails to function in slow fire, the
competitor will call the Range Officer. The Range Officer, when satisfied that
there is a defective cartridge (Rule 9.4), disabled rifle (Rule 9.5), or malfunction (Rule 9.6) 
will permit the competitor to replace the unfired cartridge or
clear the jam and continue firing. Additional time may be allowed such
competitor, equal to the time lost because of the defective cartridge, or
malfunction. (For refiring privileges see Rule 9.14(b). It is not required that the
Range Officer attempt to fire a cartridge before it is declared defective.

10.10 Procedure in Case of a Defective Cartridge, or Malfunction in
Rapid Fire-In the event of a defective cartridge (Rule 9.4), or malfunction
(Rule 9.6) before a string is completed in rapid fire, the competitor shall be
permitted to fire another 10 -shot string, provided he notifies the Range Officer
at the end of the time limit and according to the following conditions:

    (a) If the Range Officer is satisfied that there is a defective cartridge, or
         malfunction, the competitor will be allowed to refire as soon as practical.

    (b) In the event a semi-automatic rifle fires two or more rounds
         with only one pull of the trigger, and this is confirmed by
         the scorer, the value of all shots fired will be entered on the
         front of the scorecard.

    (c) The value of all shots fired by the competitor will be scored on the
          front of the score card. (If the problem occurs on the first string of a
          two string match, it shall be recorded as the first string even though
          it is incomplete. The next string fired will be recorded as the second
          string.) The refire string will be fired on the alibi relay, and recorded
          on the back of the scorecard. The required number of shots of lowest
          value of the refire string will be transferred to the front of the
          scorecard. If the refire string results in a non visible hit (Rule 14. 1 1),
          the refire string will be disregarded and another string fired.

    (d) In case a cartridge is ejected from the rifle through error, the competitor 
         may rechamber that cartridge or load anew round if he so chooses,
         but must observe all safety precautions while doing so.

    (e) A Range Officer may declare a cartridge to be defective without
         requiring that an attempt be made to fire it. (See Rule 9.14 for
         limitation of number of refires allowed in rapid fire.)


Procedure for scoring in a refire string: Display the target with spotters
inserted. The target will be scored in a normal manner

10.11 Pit Discipline-Pit personnel will be instructed in their duties and
safety precautions by the Chief Pit Officer under the direction of the Match
Director, and will at all times conduct themselves in a safe and orderly manner
in complying with those instructions.

10.12 Half-MastTargets--When targets are mounted in the carriers they 33
will be elevated so that only the top half of the target is exposed over the
parapet. This is known as placing the targets at "half-mast."

10.13 Ready in Target Pits-When all targets which are to be used for the
firing of a particular match have been mounted at half-mast and pit personnel
are ready, the Chief Pit Officer will notify the Chief Range Officer, "Ready in the pits."

10.14 Slow Target Operation-if a competitor feels that the operation of
his target is so slow as to interfere with his ability to complete his score within
the specified time, it is the duty of the competitor to call the situation to the
attention of the Range Officer. The Range Officer will personally check the
operation of the target and if the complaint is justified, will allow the
competitor such additional time as is indicated by the facts. (Normal time
required from the firing of a shot until the target is again ready will average 15
to 18 seconds.)

10.15 Telephone Messages-Messages between firing line and pit will be
limited to official matters. Requests such as to mark, or to place or reverse
spotters, may be handled by telephone operators. Information on rifle calibers,
which could affect scores, or requests to correct or speed up the service on a
target, will be transmitted only by a Range Officer to a Pit Officer. The
following standard messages are to be used as stated, for the indicated
purposes; Scorers, Range and Pit Officers, telephone operators, and pit
markers must know these messages and their meanings.

"MARK TARGET NO.----"-means pull the target, spot the shot hole and
signal the value of the shot. (This message is used when a shot has been fired
but the target has not been pulled within a reasonable length of time.)

"DISK (or RE-DISK) TARGET NO-"-means to signal or re-signal the
value(s) of the last shot or string of shots on the target when the value is
uncertain.

"PLACE A SPOTTER IN TARGET NO--"-means to pull the target and
place a spotter in the last shot hole. (Do not paste the shot hole. This message is
used when the pit operator has neglected to put a spotter in the last shot hole.)

"REVERSE THE SPOTTER IN TARGET NO--"-This message is used
when the pit operator has inserted the spotter with the wrong side showing.

"THERE IS A CHALLENGE ON TARGET NO--"-means that a Pit
Official must personally examine the target with the greatest care and deter-
mine that the target is correctly scored. (This message is used when the
competitor has paid the challenge fee to the Range Officer in order to have his
target re-examined by the Pit Officer personally.) (See Rule 16. 1 (e).)

10.16 Withdrawn Target-If during slow fire, a target is withdrawn just
as a competitor fires, or in rapid fire, it is withdrawn before the end of the
allotted time, the competitor concerned may complain (through the Scorer,
when assigned, who will report the complaint together with his own information 
concerning the incident) to the Range Officer. If satisfied that incorrect
target operation occurred, the Range Officer will direct the following procedures:

    (a) In Slow Fire-The shot concerned will be pasted and disregarded. A
         withdrawn target shall be indicated by placing scoring disks in the
         3 and 9 o'clock positions (see Rule 14.13). The competitor will fire
         another shot, and will be allowed additional time to compensate for
         time lost.

    (b) In Rapid Fire-All shots fired in that stage by the competitor
         concerned will be pasted, without spotting or informing the competitor 
         of the value or location of any hits, and the competitor will fire a
         new string as soon as practical. A withdrawn target shall be indicated
         by placing scoring disks in the 3 and 9 o'clock positions (see Rule
         14.13). If all targets were operated incorrectly, this procedure will be
         applied to all competitors in the relay concerned.