“1.Assume all guns are always loaded … Self explanatory. Everytime you pick up a gun, always treat it as if it were loaded. Check to ensure that it is in the desired condition. Be certain that it’s loaded before placing on your nighstand/holster; or at the range always take a sec to be sure you’re loaded and [have] one chambered before the start of a drill. Conversely, always double check to see that it’s empty before disassembling for cleaning or dry practice. When you get distracted or put your down for even a sec re-check it once you pick it up again. You have nothing to lose by double checking it’s status but to cut corners even once is to invite unnecessary tragedy.” (02/07/10)