The Firearm Safety Program, Explained
What the law requires, and how our courses meet it.
What Is SB25-003?
Colorado Senate Bill 25-003 established the Firearm Safety Program, a statewide requirement that anyone purchasing a specified semi-automatic firearm in Colorado first complete an approved safety course — unless they qualify for a listed exemption, such as holding a current Concealed Handgun Permit or a Colorado Hunter Education card.
The law is designed to make sure every new firearm owner in Colorado has hands-on instruction in safe handling, safe storage, and their legal responsibilities before they ever bring a gun home.
What the Law Requires
State-Approved Curriculum
Courses must be taught by an instructor certified under Colorado's Firearm Safety Program and cover the exact topics SB25-003 mandates.
Safe Handling & Storage
Live instruction in safe carry, loading and unloading, and secure storage practices — not just a video or an online quiz.
Legal Responsibilities
Students must understand Colorado's laws around ownership, transport, and use of force before completing the course.
Proof of Completion
Graduates receive documentation confirming completion, which satisfies the purchase requirement at licensed Colorado dealers.
How Our Classes Meet the Requirement
Chris Sparrow is a certified Colorado Firearm Safety Program Instructor — FSP26-406 — and teaches two SB25-003 compliant courses built specifically to satisfy the new law, in addition to his existing NRA and U.S. LawShield credentials.
12-Hour Firearm Safety Program
The full course for new firearm owners with no prior certification — complete instruction in safe handling, storage, and legal responsibilities, fully compliant with SB25-003.
4-Hour Firearm Safety Program (Hunter Ed Track)
A condensed format for students who already hold a Colorado Hunter Education card, covering the remaining safe handling and legal topics required under the law.
Ready to Get Compliant?
Book a private or semi-private session and complete your Firearm Safety Program requirement with a certified instructor.