PAL/RPAL Exam Questions?

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Before anyone blows a gasket, I have been searching and have not found the info I am looking for. Lot of questions about challenging vs. taking the course, but not much else.

I am booked in to challenge both exams next week. I have the books and have read both of them. I would like to have a better idea of the things they tend to concentrate on in the exams and practical test, to help me review the more important areas next week. Is there a practice exam or sample questions anywhere around that I could go through?

I am not very concerned with the PAL practical, I have been handling long guns most of my life. But it has been a good 20 years since I had a handgun in my hands for actual shooting. Any tips on the RPAL practical?

Thanks,
Mark
 
do the questions at the end of each chapter. that usually does it.

for the practical, make sure you check the bore. there should be a bore rod on the table as well as a light. also compare the ammo to the barrel to make sure you are using the right ammo. know how to cross a fence safety. know the paper work for a restricted and when you need it. no safe storage for both non and restricted.
 
if you can pistol whip, the guy giving the test, one handed...you automatically pass... ;)


basically if you can load it - unload it, check it, verify it and put it down that should be fine. I recall there being a revolver and a basic 9mm when I had to do it for the PAL. This is pretty easy stuff. I suppose you can ask the guy whos giving the test for a demo first as well.
 
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mmattockx
As an instructor/examiner I don't find the amount of FA experience is all that
significant considering the cross section of applicants we have. We are looking for competence in complying with the requirements of the CFSC or the CRFSC. We have had individuals who have decades of handling FA who
have failed the exams. Some of the best applicants are ones who have little to know FA experience. They are starting with no preconceived ideas - basically a clean slate. If you are fluent with the requirements and procedures
in the manuals you should have no difficulties. All the best on your exams !
 
There is a practice exam for both the PAL and RPAL on gunexams.com. They were very helpful for me when I challenged the PAL and I will use them again when I am able to challenge the RPAL.
 
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I took this exam about 15 years ago and missed one question, the question was what is the first thing you do at a shooting range once your weapon is pointed down range. Look up the answer as it certainly was not what I expected.
 
schmidt64 said:
There is a practice exam for both the PAL and RPAL on gunexams.com. They were very helpful for me when I challenged the PAL and I will use them again when I am able to challenge the RPAL.
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Excellent. I will take a look at that tomorrow.

Thanks for all the help, guys. I will be sure to know the details inside and out and be very deliberate and careful with the practicals.

One last question - what is the pass/fail grade?

Mark
 
I just did this a month ago. A pass is 80% for each. Know your various actions, leave the action open after cease fire, remember to take the ATT when preparing to transport, always put the safety on, always point barrel in safe direction, know your various bullet types (rimfire vs centerfire). ACTS & PROVE. That's it.

I suggest not to pistol whip the trainer, it usually doesn't help!!!:D
 
Don't point the firearm at anyone.....automatic failure
The instructor should show you what area he considers a safe place to point the firearm.
Good luck on your exams.
 
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just remember ACTS and PROVE talk yourself through it every time you pick up a different firearm dont assume anything.
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Don't assume anything... except that any firearm is loaded.

(Can I get a slow clap?)

Edit-Sorry about the pointless thread resurection guys, I didn't see the date until after my post.
 
I lost a point for not reapplying the safety after loading. Make sure the evaluator can here it cLick. I haven't done the rpal but the material is more concentrated on shooting at a range and storage requirements. If you don't under stand the firearm, where is the action release, ask the evaluator.
 
The exam is extremely easy and common sense. I was nervous as well but ended up getting 100% on both my practicals, 100% on the written and 98% on the RPAL. Smoked it!

For you practicals, know what a lead round nose is, FMJ so on.. need to be able to identify ammunition. Also make sure to check head stamps before loading. ACTS PROVE all the time, don't sweep anyone and keep finger off the trigger and you're golden.
 
Tagged for interest. I plan on challenging my PAL shortly, unsure if I want to do the RPAL at the same time though.
My problem is I don't really have anyone I know to practice the practical part with. I can't remember the time I physically held a firearm, which makes me unsure how well I'll do. I'm probably worrying needlessly though.
 
DO THE RPAL AT THE SAME TIME. you will kick yourself later for not going through the early pain first as you never know when you will have the opportunity later.

For the practical, unfortunately not having any experience handling the actions means you are restricted to only viewing the Youtubes (look up ACTS and PROVE on Youtube). Ideally, you will find a friend or mentor who can help you on this. Really the course is for those who have no experience with guns, which sounds like you.
 
If you are not sure of how to make the gun safe, ask the examiner to show you BEFORE you start the exam or pick the gun up. You will not fail for not knowing and asking , but will for not knowing and trying.
 
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