Shooting utilizes a functional classification system,[1] which enables wheelchair users and ambulant athletes from different disability classes to compete together either individually or in teams.

[2] Only SH1 and SH2 classes are represented in the Paralympic Games, based on World Shooting Para Sport Classification Rules and Regulations.

Minimum Qualification Scores (MQS)[3] prescribed by the Paralympic Games host country are participation criteria required for IPC recognized shooting competitions such as Regional and World Championships.

With the LON 2012 Paralympics over, ISSF introduced new rules [4] for 2013-2016 to make winners easier to identify as many shooters were easily achieving the maximum scores.

In January 2013, the new ISSF rules came into effect, initially with the more obvious changes: Shooting teams around the globe now focus on decimal scoring trials in the qualification, not just the finals stage.

Likewise, the Safety Flag RULE 6.2.2.2.,[7] with a small ISSF flag on one end of a highly visible nylon line (such as from the whipper-snipper garden tool), inserted full length and out the other end of both rifles and pistols to visibly show that the firearms is unloaded and 'safe', are additional required safety equipment seeing action at the finals, as well as firearm control and while on standby at the firing point.