Safety

Federal Class 1.4G / 7.2.1 Fireworks are for sale to persons 18 years of age and over. Always follow the Safety Instructions outlined below to ensure a safe Family Fireworks Display:

 STORE FIREWORKS PROPERLY 

Always store fireworks in a cool, dry place and keep them away from children. Check instructions for special handling directions.

 DO NOT TRANSPORT FIREWORKS IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF A VEHICLE

Always put them in the trunk. In the absence of a trunk (e.g., van or pick-up truck), transport fireworks in a non-sparking container with a lid. Do not smoke while loading, transporting or unloading fireworks.

 USE FIREWORKS OUTDOORS ONLY

Never use fireworks indoors; they are designed for outdoor use only.

 CHOOSE A CLEAR, OPEN AREA FOR LIGHTING

Always use fireworks in an open area away from buildings, vehicles, overhead obstructions, and dry brush/grass (which could catch fire). Refer to the instructions on each firework for the recommended spectator  distance

 CHECK FOR WIND

Check wind direction and wind speed; fireworks should be lit with the prevailing wind blowing away from spectators. Don’t set off aerial fireworks in strong winds.

 HAVE WATER NEARBY

Keep a charged hose or bucket of water close by in case of a malfunction or fire.

 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Carefully read all the instructions for each firework item ahead of time.

 USE GROUND-BASED FIREWORKS ON A HARD SURFACE

Always light ground-based fireworks (fountains, mines) on a hard, flat and level surface to ensure stability of the item. Grass is typically not suitable; lay down wood/plywood.

 BURY AERIAL FIREWORKS

For aerial fireworks (Roman candles), bury (do not pile) the device to half it’s length in the ground or in a large pail or box filled with earth or sand.

 KEEP SPECTATORS SAFE

Keep all spectators at least 20 m away. 

 USE PROPER EYE PROTECTION AND WEAR PROPER CLOTHING

1. a) Protect your eyes with safety glasses or safety goggles. Regular prescription glasses or sunglasses provide little or no protection and may actually contribute to an injury.
2. b) Wear non-flammable clothing such as cotton; never wear synthetic fibres (nylon, polyester) when firing.

 KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM FIREWORKS

Never let children handle, play with or fire fireworks under any circumstances. Even sparklers, which are considered by many as “safe” fireworks for children, burn at very high temperatures and can easily ignite clothing.

 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.

 USE CARE WHEN FIRING FIREWORKS

1. a) 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.
2. b) During the show, store the unused fireworks away from the firing area and keep them covered to prevent stray sparks from prematurely setting them off.

 DUDS OR MISFIRES

Never attempt to re-light fireworks that have misfired (duds). Wait 30 minutes and then place them in a bucket of water.

 CLEAN-UP AFTER THE SHOW

Wait 30 minutes 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.