Get the training and information you need to stay safe when storing, handling or using a firearm.

Firearms Safety Course

First-time firearms licence applicants must attend and pass the Firearms Safety Course. Find out what you need to do and how to book.

Whakatūpato Programme

Whakatūpato is a community-based safety training programme for people who live in isolated rural locations and may not be able to attend the Firearms Safety Course.

Firearms Safety Code

If you’re handling firearms, you must have a complete understanding of the Firearms Safety Code. You can buy a copy or download it for free.

Firearms safety e-learning

Go through these e-learning modules and the Firearms Safety Code before you attend the Firearms Safety Course, to help with the written part of the course.

Storage and transportation of firearms and ammunition

All firearms licence holders must comply with the laws relating to secure storage and transportation of firearms and ammunition

7 rules of firearm safety

You must know and understand these 7 rules if you handle firearms.

Hunter safety

Find the information you need to stay safe while hunting.

Find a firearms mentor

An experienced mentor can help new firearms users continue to improve their firearms safety practices.

Firearms Safety Code

The Firearms Safety Code is the fundamental guide for the safe use of firearms in New Zealand. It contains detailed information and pictures to help you stay safe.

You can download it for free, or buy a hard copy for $34.99.

Get the Firearms Safety Code

 

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