• 119649 – HANDLE AND USE A HANDGUN
• 119652 – HANDLE AND USE A SHOTGUN
• 119650 – HANDLE AND USE A SELF LOADING RIFLE
• 119651 – HANDLE AND USE A MANUALLY OPERATED RIFLE OR CARBINE

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

This unit standard is for anyone who privately uses a handgun, shotgun and self-loading rifle and or who requires a Competency Certificate in terms of relevant legislation. People credited with this unit standard are capable of:

• Handle and use a handgun.
• Handle and use a shotgun.
• Handle and use a self-loading rifle.
• Handle and use a manually-operated rifle.
• Carrying out basic inspection and maintenance of a handgun, shotgun,self-loading rifle and manually-operated rifle for safe use.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

It is assumed that learners are already competent in terms of the following unit standards:

• 117705: Demonstrate knowledge of the Firearms Control Act (Act No. 60 of 2000)
• Communication NQF Level 2.

All training is subject to terms and conditions (refer to link). DefenceStore markets and promotes firearm-related services but does not offer these services directly. All firearm sales and training are managed and facilitated by ERSC Training & Tactics (Pty) Ltd (ERSC), a licensed and accredited provider and dealer. All sales and services are subject to ERSC's terms and conditions.

PROCESS FOR BASIC UNIT STANDARDS

• STEP 1: Pay for and collect manuals from us in-store @ 111 5th Avenue, Northmead, Benoni.
• STEP 2: Study & complete in-book tests in your own time at home.
• STEP 3: Complete 1 lecture day (held on Mondays and Wednesdays excl. public holidays from 09H00 to 15H00) and write an exam at the end of the day. 
• STEP 4: Provided you’ve passed all your written tests, you’ll be booked for your shooting practical (held Fridays and Saturdays for about an hour)
• STEP 5: Once ready and notified as such, you’ll collect your document pack for you to complete with your personal details. 
• STEP 6: Submit application to SAPS for competency approval.