Lead with Confidence and Keep the Range Safe.
The NSRA Range Conducting Officer (RCO) Course is an essential qualification for anyone responsible for overseeing live firing at a shooting club or event. Delivered by experienced instructors at Pinhoe Target Shooting Club, this course equips participants with the knowledge and authority to run a shooting range safely, efficiently, and in accordance with NSRA best practices.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is ideal for:
- Club members taking on range duty responsibilities
- Shooters who help supervise sessions or open the range
- Event organisers, competition officials, or safety leads
You don’t need to be a coach or instructor — just a responsible, safety-conscious shooter ready to support your club’s operations.
Bench Rest Rifle. RCO Student, 9th Sept 2023
The depth of the instructors knowledge and ability to articulate complex topics made the information both accessible and engaging. The practical advice and hands-on experience you provided have given me a much deeper understanding of the RCO role, and I feel more confident and prepared because of it.
Lightweight Sporter Rifle. RCO Student, 9th Sept 2023
I really enjoyed the comprehensive and professional delivery of the course materials. I benefited greatly and feel confident that I am able to provide a good standard of range safety. And of course this is an ongoing learning process.
What You’ll Learn
- Role and responsibilities of an RCO
- Range safety and emergency procedures
- Running a range briefing and maintaining discipline
- Practical handling of ceasefires and misfires
- Documentation and compliance with NSRA regulations
The course blends theory with practical demonstrations and group exercises, making it engaging, memorable, and immediately useful at your home range.
Course Format
- Location: Pinhoe Target Shooting Club, Exeter
- Duration: Half day (typically 4-5 hours)
- Assessment: Practical observation and multiple choice examination
- Outcome: NSRA Range Conducting Officer Certificate (valid for 5 years)
Why Take This Course?
By completing the RCO course, you’ll:
- Gain the authority to conduct live firing safely
- Support your club’s risk management and insurance compliance
- Play a key role in keeping sessions running smoothly
- Boost your confidence and leadership on the range