Firework Safety
Never set off fireworks in a container (especially metal or glass) or any other confined space.
Only light fireworks, in an open, clear area, away from flammable materials or objects such as dry grass, trees, dry leaves, tinder, homes, power lines or any other obstructions. Always be mindful of wind and weather conditions that may pose additional risk when lighting fireworks.
Avoid the use of illegal fireworks!
Always follow all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to fireworks as appropriate for your area. It is your responsibility to know, understand, and follow the laws in your local area.
Make sure if you are lighting fireworks your audience is maintaining a safe distance, for large aerial fireworks is 65-100’.
Never aim or throw a firework at a person.
Do NOT allow small children to handle fireworks.
Unless designed for this application, never hold fireworks in your hand.
Eye protection is strongly recommended if you are lighting fireworks.
There is always a chance that fireworks could fail to ignite or malfunction. NEVER try to reignite a firework that has malfunctioned. Do NOT pick up or try to handle a firework that has malfunctioned. Keep a bucket of water, hose, or extinguisher nearby for emergencies and to pour on fireworks that fail to ignite or explode. If your firework malfunctions soak with water and dispose of it. Safety is paramount, don’t risk serious injury by trying to handle or reignite a firework that has failed to ignite.
Unless you are using an ignition system designed to ignite multiple fireworks it's recommended that you only light one firework at a time.
After lighting a firework quickly move to a safe distance to avoid serious injury. NEVER place any part of your body over a firework after igniting.
Sparklers can burn up to 2,000 degrees fahrenheit. While children often love these fireworks staples, they are still dangerous and children should never use or ignite them without close adult supervision. Children should never use any fireworks without close adult supervision.
Do NOT use fireworks if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Never use fireworks indoors. Fireworks should only be used outdoors.
Make sure flammable liquids are stored a safe distance from where you will be lighting fireworks.
After a firework has ignited and completed there is still a chance that it may ignite and catch fire, these fireworks should be doused with water to avoid this risk.
Fireworks should be stored in a cool, dry place. Keep unused fireworks away from fire and flammable liquids or materials. Check the instructions on the packaging of your fireworks for any special storage directions.
For more information on your state laws follow this link:
americanpyro.com
For additional information on fireworks safety follow these links:
celebratesafely.org
americanpyro.com/be-sparkler-safe