BB gun: Follow the safety rules

A BB gun is a popular toy gun. Since it is not possible to use real guns for the children as they can be unsafe, you should simply go for a BB gun. BB gun is a great fun gun for the children. But, the primary step should be to teach the children about the proper use of BB guns.

Your children should be aware that this BB gun is not a toy. With the use of BB guns, one can know that how one can use a real gun, this helps in self protection. Children can practice it in a good faith. Children should be aware that these guns should be handled properly, as it can harm anyone and cause injuries.

BB guns can be misused, so there are some guidelines that should be followed by the parents while giving these guns to their children, which are as follows:

• Children who have attained 16 years of age are eligible for the use of BB gun, as per the Consumer Products Safety Commission. The age can vary from one state to another.

• Parents should clearly teach the difference between a real gun and a BB gun, so that a child should not get confused and use a real gun in place of a BB gun.

• The markings on a BB gun should not be removed and the gun should be of bright colors. If the markings are removed, policemen can mistake a toy gun for the real gun.

• A BB gun can harm your eyes and cause injuries while shooting, as it can also get backfired. Therefore, the child using this toy gun should wear eye protection.

• Parents should try these toy guns on their own first and then handle it to the children. The sound of the fire should not be so much loud, as it can make your children deaf and damage hearing. There should be hearing protection given to the children.

The above mentioned safety rules for BB gun should be followed properly for the safety of your child. There are some other rules also for using these toy guns, which should be taken care of before buying one. If your child uses a BB gun as per the safety rules, it could be fun and learning experience for him. So, go and buy a BB gun for your child, but with care.