Also an
acronym for the
immediate corrective action for
failure to fire malfunctions of the
M16 rifle and its cousins. It is basically an M16-oriented version of the
tap-rack-bang drill for
handguns.
As always, before any malfunction-clearing drill, there is an implied
move to cover if possible, before
stopping to
clear the malfunction.
SPORTS
Slap the base of the
magazine, to insure that it is
seated fully into the
weapon.
Pull back
sharply on the
charging handle, to clear any
defective rounds from the chamber.
Observe the
ejection port, noting any round flying from the port.
Release the charging handle, allowing the
bolt to snap forward. Do not "ride" the bolt forward.
Tap on the
bolt forward assist (somewhat
euphemistic; actually, give it a healthy smack to help the bolt
chamber in case of
fouling of the
locking lugs)
Squeeze the
trigger. Hopefully, your M16/relative will fire now. Otherwise, you may have a
bolt override or
double feed, each of which take more time to clear.