What can be a potential hazard during a range exercise?

Weather conditions are a significant potential hazard during a range exercise because they can greatly affect safety and operational effectiveness. Adverse weather, such as heavy rain, strong winds, fog, or extreme temperatures, can impair visibility, control firearm accuracy, and increase the risk of accidents. Poor weather can lead to unsafe handling of firearms and affect communication between range staff and participants, potentially resulting in misunderstandings that could compromise safety protocols.

In contrast, while personnel training duration, cost of ammunition, and availability of observers can influence the management of a range exercise, they do not inherently present immediate physical hazards like adverse weather conditions do. Understanding how weather impacts safety is crucial for Range Officers in planning and executing range operations effectively.