GB19079.8-2013
Operation conditions and technical requirements for gymnasium and playground―Part 8: Shooting range
体育场所开放条件与技术要求 第8部分：射击场所
GB 19079.8-2013 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Operation conditions and technical requirements for gymnasium and playground―Part 8: Shooting range. It appears in the Consumer compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Dec 1, 2014.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard specifies the basic conditions and technical requirements for the operation of shooting ranges. It applies to all types of shooting ranges open to the public, including rifle and pistol shooting, clay target shooting, crossbow shooting, paintball shooting, laser shooting, and hunter sport shooting facilities. It is mandatory for all commercial shooting range operators in China. GB/T 10001.1 is referenced for public information symbols.
Technical requirements
The standard outlines comprehensive safety and operational protocols for various shooting disciplines. For rifle and pistol shooting ranges, it specifies requirements for protective baffles, bullet traps, and specific lighting conditions to ensure visibility and safety. For clay target shooting, it mandates safety isolation facilities between shooting positions and spectator areas. For crossbow shooting and paintball/laser shooting facilities, the standard requires appropriate protective gear, such as goggles and helmets, and perimeter safety barriers to prevent projectiles from leaving the designated area. Hunter sport shooting areas must be fully enclosed with a minimum area requirement and equipped with video surveillance systems. Additionally, the standard sets strict guidelines for equipment storage. Ammunition and firearm storage facilities must be independent, equipped with security and alarm systems, and located at a safe distance from residential areas. All shooting ranges must have qualified technical instructors holding relevant national vocational certificates. The People's Republic of China Gun Control Law is referenced for the management of firearms and ammunition.
Testing methods
The standard does not specify detailed laboratory testing methods but outlines evaluation procedures for facility compliance. Assessments include verifying the structural integrity of bullet traps and baffles, checking the illumination levels in indoor ranges, and ensuring the proper setup of safety isolation zones. Inspections also cover the verification of safety equipment, communication devices, and emergency evacuation routes.
FAQs
What products or facilities are regulated under GB 19079.8-2013?
GB 19079.8-2013 regulates the operation conditions and technical requirements for all types of shooting ranges open to the public in China, including rifle, pistol, clay target, crossbow, paintball, laser, and hunter sport shooting facilities.
Are there any significant updates from the previous version of GB 19079.8-2005?
Yes, the 2013 version introduces new categories like laser shooting and hunter sport shooting. It also updates requirements for protective facilities, lighting conditions, and emergency evacuation protocols, while removing some outdated specifications from the 2005 version.
What are the key safety requirements for shooting range facilities under this standard?
Key safety requirements include the installation of bullet-proof baffles and traps, safety isolation zones between shooters and spectators, secure storage for firearms and ammunition located at least 100m from residential areas, and the presence of qualified shooting instructors.
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Applicability hints
- Type
- Management
- CCS
- Y55
- ICS
- 97.220
- Competent department
- General Administration of Sport of China
- Technical committee
- General Administration of Sport of China
Relationships
Replaces:GB 19079.8-2005