What should be included in the safety briefing before a session?

The inclusion of range rules and emergency procedures in a safety briefing is essential to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants in the archery session. This information sets clear expectations for behavior on the range, helping to prevent accidents and injuries. Range rules typically cover how to handle equipment safely, when participants can shoot, and how to behave while others are shooting. It is critical for all archers to understand how to manage their own safety as well as the safety of others around them.

Emergency procedures are equally crucial; they prepare participants for unexpected events such as severe weather changes, medical emergencies, or equipment malfunctions. Knowing who to contact and what steps to take in the event of an emergency can significantly reduce response time and improve outcomes.

While the other options may provide useful information, they do not have the same immediate impact on safety as the rules and procedures do. For example, while equipment specifications and archery history are informative, they do not directly relate to keeping participants safe during the shooting session. Likewise, while understanding weather conditions is important, it is often part of general preparation rather than the core of a safety briefing. Thus, focusing on range rules and emergency procedures ensures that everyone is ready to participate safely and responsibly.