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Tips for a Safe & Successful Fireworks Display
You will need
An area suitable to hold a display
where the public can be prevented from having access to the fireworks
where the spectator viewing area is at least 25 metres from the fireworks
where there are no overhanging branches, power lines etc. which may interfere with the flight of rockets or roman candle stars
where there is a safe area for rocket sticks to fall
You may need
Help to set up and fire larger displays. If more than one person is involved in firing the display, ensure only one person is in charge and that communication between all parties is clear
Provision for crowd control if you are holding a public display
To notify people nearby if you are holding a large or public firework display. People to be notified may include:
- Fire brigade
- Police
- Local authority
- Coast guard (if the display is near the coast)
- Airport authority (if the display is near an airport flight path approach)
- Nearby hospitals, old peoples homes, farms, stables, neighbours etc.
To arrange first aid cover
To arrange security cover before, during and after the fireworks display to prevent the public having access to unexploded fireworks
To make alternative arrangements in the event of inclement weather
Training, courses are available from a number of sources
Further information is available in books and leaflets produced by the DTI and HSE
Insurance
To carry out risk assessments
DTI Guidance
The DTI publishes comprehensive fireworks safety information at www.dti.gov.uk/fireworks.
The DTI also provides full details on the sale and use of fireworks, Fireworks Regulations 2004 and the Fireworks Act 2003.
THE FIREWORK CODE
- Only buy fireworks that meet BS 7114, from a reputable retailer
- Keep them in a closed, fireproof box
- Only take out one at a time and replace the lid
- Follow the specific instructions on each firework, using a torch
- Light the firework at arm's length, with a taper, never a match or lighter
- Stand well back
- Never go back to a firework once it is lit
- Never put fireworks in a pocket
- Never throw fireworks
- Light sparklers one at a time and wear gloves
- Don't give sparklers to children under five years
- Keep pets indoors
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