Firework Safety Tips

To ensure your fireworks experience is safe and enjoyable for everyone, always follow the manufacturer’s instruction printed on the fireworks label. In addition, follow these recommended guidelines:

• Be knowledgeable of the fireworks rules and regulations in YOUR particular region.
• To meet the highest safety standards possible, always purchase your fireworks from a reliable fireworks dealer.
• Ask the fireworks dealer any questions you may have so that you fully understand the product’s directions.
• Only adults over the age of 18 should be responsible for handling fireworks.
• Only light one firework at a time, away from your face or body.
• DO NOT SMOKE when lighting fireworks.
• When lighting fireworks using safety eye glasses is recommended.
• Only discharge fireworks outside and far away from combustible materials.
• Always keep a hose or pail of water nearby.
• Make sure onlookers are at a safe distance as outlined on the firework’s warning label.
• Do not attempt to re-light a ‘dud’. Place them in a pail of water for 30 minutes before disposing.
• Upon completion of your fireworks show, wait 30 minutes to dispose of any used fireworks and fully clean up the area.
• Always read the warning label in it’s entirety!

Have fun and enjoy!