Fireworks Safety
Fireworks Safety Instructions:
1- Store Fireworks Properly
Always store fireworks in a cool, dry place and keep them away from children. Check instructions for special handling directions.
2- Use Fireworks Outdoors Only
Never use fireworks indoors; they are designed for outdoor use only.
3- Choose A Clear and Open Area
Always use fireworks in an open area away from buildings, vehicles, overhead obstructions, and dry brush/grass. Check instructions for a minimum clear area.
4- Check for Wind
Check wind direction and wind speed; fireworks should be lit with the prevailing wind blowing away from spectators.
5- Have Water Nearby
Keep a charged hose or bucket of water close by in case of a fire.
6- Read all Manufacturer Instructions
Carefully read all the instructions for each firework item ahead of time.
7- Bury or Secure Aerial Fireworks
Roman candles and Barrages must be buried in sand or soil ( e.g. bury in ground or boxed filled with sand ). Read instructions on all fireworks to determine whether they should be buried or secured. Some fireworks can simply be placed on a flat, firm surface; but most should be buried or secured for safety
8- Keep Children Away from Fireworks
Never let children handle, play with or fire fireworks. Even sparklers, which are considered by many as “safe” fireworks for children, burn at very high temperatures and can easily ignite clothing.
9- Use Care when Handling Fireworks
Take care when handling fireworks to prevent dropping them. Do not carry fireworks in your pockets. Never smoke while handling fireworks.
10- Use Care when Firing Fireworks
When lighting, never put any part of your body or head over the firework; never hand hold them or insert them into other means of containment such as pipes; and never point or throw them at people.
11- Misfires
Never attempt to re-light fireworks that have misfired (duds). Wait half an hour and then place them in a bucket of water.
12- Clean up after the Show
Wait half an hour after the display has finished. Check the firing area for duds, clean up all debris, and check it again the next morning. Never burn used fireworks or casings in a bonfire, campfire or fireplace. Check your local council for disposal instructions.