How should archers be directed to shoot in an indoor range?

Directing archers to shoot away from exits and entrances is essential for maintaining safety in an indoor range. Exits and entrances typically involve high traffic areas where individuals might inadvertently walk through while archers are aiming and shooting. Keeping shooters directed away from these areas minimizes the risk of accidental injury and distractions that could lead to safety breaches.

In addition, directing archers to shoot away from exits ensures that all participants are focused on the target in front of them and not on potential movement in or out of the range. This focus contributes to a more stable shooting environment, allowing for better concentration and technique adherence.

When archers shoot toward doorways or entrances, it increases the potential for incidents or miscommunication as archers may become distracted by those entering or leaving the range. Therefore, configuring shooting lanes to direct away from these zones embodies a standard safety protocol essential for any archery range environment.