5.7.1 A competitor who experiences a handgun malfunction while responding
to the “Make Ready” command, but prior to issuance of the “Start
Signal”, is entitled to retire to repair his handgun without penalty,
under the authority and supervision of the officiating Range Officer
and subject to the provisions of Rule 5.7.5, Rule 8.3.1.1, and all other
safety rules. Once the repairs have been completed (and the provisions
of Rule 5.1.7 have been satisfied, if applicable), the competitor may
return to attempt the course of fire, subject to scheduling as determined
by the officiating Range Officer or Range Master.