Module 1:
U/S 117705 – Demonstrate knowledge of the Firearms Control Act (Act 60 of 2000) applicable to possessing a firearm. This unit standard is for anyone who needs to demonstrate knowledge of the Firearms Control Act in order to possess a firearm.

Learner credited with this unit standard will be able to:

• Demonstrate understanding of the statutory duties and obligations of firearm ownership as contained in the Act;
• Demonstrate understanding of the statutory prescriptions applicable to the possession, handling, carrying, storage and use of firearms as prescribed by the Act; and
• Demonstrate understanding of the statutory prescriptions applicable to the possession and storage of ammunition as prescribed by the Act.

Module 2:
U/S 123512 - Handle and use a handgun This unit standard is for anyone who privately uses a handgun and or who requires a Competency Certificate
in terms of relevant legislation.

• Handling a handgun
• Using a handgun
• Carrying out basic inspection and maintenance of a handgun for safe use

Module 3:
U/S 123515 - Handle and use a handgun for business purposes. This unit standard applies to persons who will, through the application of knowledge of the current legislation, carry, handle, shoot and maintain a handgun for business purposes.

• Demonstrate knowledge of safe handling principles in a business environment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the mechanical functioning of the handgun.
• Operate a handgun in a business environment
• Demonstrate knowledge of handgun use under adverse conditions