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1Under the South African Firearms Control Act 60 of 2000, what is the minimum age to apply for a competency certificate under normal circumstances?

A.16 years

B.18 years

C.21 years

D.25 years

Explanation: Section 9(2)(a) of the Firearms Control Act (FCA) 60 of 2000 states that a competency certificate may only be issued to a person who is 21 years or older, unless the applicant can prove exceptional circumstances.

2According to the Firearms Control Act 60 of 2000, within how many hours must a firearm owner report the loss, theft, or destruction of a firearm to the nearest police station?

A.12 hours

B.24 hours

C.48 hours

D.7 days

Explanation: The Firearms Control Act requires that the loss, theft, or destruction of a firearm must be reported to the nearest police station within 24 hours of finding out. Failure to do so is a criminal offence.

3Under the Firearms Control Act 60 of 2000, how many days prior to the expiry date of a firearm licence must the holder apply for renewal?

A.At least 30 days

B.At least 60 days

C.At least 90 days

D.At least 120 days

Explanation: Section 24 of the FCA states that the holder of a firearm licence who wishes to renew it must apply to the Registrar for its renewal at least 90 days before the expiry date of the licence.

4What is the maximum period of validity for a licence to possess a firearm for self-defence (Section 13) under the Firearms Control Act?

A.2 years

B.5 years

C.10 years

D.Indefinite

Explanation: Under Section 13 of the FCA, a licence to possess a firearm for self-defence is valid for a maximum period of 5 years.

5Under Section 15 of the Firearms Control Act, what is the maximum period of validity for a licence to possess a firearm for occasional hunting and sports-shooting?

A.3 years

B.5 years

C.10 years

D.15 years

Explanation: Section 15 licences, which cover firearms for occasional hunting and sports-shooting (such as manually operated rifles), are valid for a maximum of 10 years.

6Unless declared a dedicated hunter or sports-person, what is the maximum number of rounds of ammunition a licence holder may possess at any time per licensed firearm?

A.50 rounds

B.100 rounds

C.200 rounds

D.500 rounds

Explanation: Section 91 of the FCA states that no person may possess more than 200 rounds of ammunition for each firearm in respect of which he or she holds a licence, unless they are a dedicated hunter or sports-person.

7According to South African National Standards (SANS 953-1), how must a firearm safe weighing less than 150 kg be secured to the building?

A.It must be placed in a locked wardrobe without bolting

B.It must be bolted to a floor or brick/concrete wall using M10 expansion anchor bolts

C.It must be welded to a metal table

D.No anchoring is required if the safe has a double-bitted key lock

Explanation: SANS 953-1 specifies that a firearm safe weighing less than 150 kg must be securely anchored to a concrete floor or solid brick/concrete wall using at least two M10 expansion anchor bolts (rawl bolts) or equivalent strength fasteners.

8Under what condition may a licence holder permit another person to use their licensed manually operated rifle?

A.Only if the other person is a family member

B.Only under the direct supervision of the licence holder, or if the other person holds a valid licence for that firearm

C.Under any circumstances, provided they have written permission

D.Only if the other person is over the age of 21

Explanation: A person may only use a licensed firearm if they are under the direct supervision of the licence holder (who must be in physical proximity to intervene), or if they hold a valid licence for that specific firearm.

9Within how many days must a licensed firearm owner notify the Registrar of any change in their physical address?

A.7 days

B.14 days

C.30 days

D.60 days

Explanation: Section 25 of the FCA requires that a licence holder must notify the Registrar of a change of address within 30 days of moving.

10What does the term 'direct supervision' mean under the Firearms Control Act when a non-licence holder is handling a firearm?

A.The licence holder is in the same building

B.The licence holder is on the phone providing instructions

C.The licence holder is in physical proximity and able to take immediate control of the firearm

D.The licence holder has watched a video of the shooting session

Explanation: Direct supervision requires that the licence holder is physically present next to the shooter, in close enough proximity to observe and take immediate physical control of the firearm if necessary to ensure safety.

About the Manual Rifle Competency Exam

This practice exam covers safe handling and law for the South African manually operated (bolt/lever-action) rifle firearm competency certificate (Unit Standard 119651).

Assessment

100 multiple-choice questions

Time Limit

2 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

R 500 (South African Police Service (SAPS) / accredited providers)

Manual Rifle Competency Exam Content Outline

20%

Rifle Laws & Regulations

Firearms Control Act requirements for manually operated rifles.

25%

Rifle Handling Safety

Safe carry positions, action proving, and clearing bolt-action rifles.

15%

Rifle Mechanics & Maintenance

Rifle actions, barrels, cartridges, and standard maintenance.

20%

Shooting Fundamentals

Sight picture, breathing cycle, prone/sitting positions, and trigger squeeze.

20%

Use of Force & Self-Defense

Legal constraints of private defense and proportional response.

How to Pass the Manual Rifle Competency Exam

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Passing score: 70%
Assessment: 100 multiple-choice questions
Time limit: 2 hours
Exam fee: R 500

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the format of the Manual Rifle Competency exam?

The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions covering all five content domains.

What is the passing score for the Manual Rifle Competency exam?

Candidates must score at least 70% to pass the exam.