If Immediate Action fails to clear a malfunction, what is the recommended next step?

If Immediate Action fails to clear a malfunction, what is the recommended next step?

• A. Stop and perform Remedial Action by inspecting magazine, chamber, and barrel
• B. Continue firing as if nothing happened
• C. Replace the firearm with a different one
• D. Call for supervisor and wait

Answer: (A)

When Immediate Action doesn’t clear a stoppage, you switch to remedial action by stopping and inspecting the firearm. Specifically, check the magazine, chamber, and barrel. Ensure the magazine is properly seated and feeding, look into the chamber to verify there isn’t a cartridge stuck or a misfeed, and check the bore for any obstruction. If needed, remove the magazine, lock the slide back to inspect and clear the chamber, then reinsert the magazine, chamber a round, and attempt to fire again. This method directly addresses the underlying issue and restores proper function. Waiting for a supervisor, continuing to fire, or replacing the firearm don’t resolve the malfunction in the moment and aren’t appropriate steps for handling a jam.

When Immediate Action doesn’t clear a stoppage, you switch to remedial action by stopping and inspecting the firearm. Specifically, check the magazine, chamber, and barrel. Ensure the magazine is properly seated and feeding, look into the chamber to verify there isn’t a cartridge stuck or a misfeed, and check the bore for any obstruction. If needed, remove the magazine, lock the slide back to inspect and clear the chamber, then reinsert the magazine, chamber a round, and attempt to fire again. This method directly addresses the underlying issue and restores proper function. Waiting for a supervisor, continuing to fire, or replacing the firearm don’t resolve the malfunction in the moment and aren’t appropriate steps for handling a jam.