Fireworks Safety
Celebrating with fireworks is an American tradition that is reminiscent of the days of our founding fathers. American Fireworks reminds everyone to enjoy this source of family entertainment responsibly and safely. American Fireworks encourages everyone to follow the safety rules below to help insure an wonderful fireworks celebration:
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1. CHILDREN SHOULD NOT HANDLE FIREWORKS.
NEVER LET CHILDREN HANDLE, PLAY WITH, OR LIGHT ANY FIREWORKS. ONLY
ADULTS SHOULD HANDLE AND LIGHT THE FIREWORKS. The fireworks are
great family fun, but they burn very hot and are intended to be
handled only by adults.
2. DO NOT USE ALCOHOL WITH FIREWORKS.
Please do not consume any alcohol while lighting or handling
fireworks. Fireworks must be used only by individuals who act in a
responsible manner and who are not under the influence of alcohol or
drugs. If you are impaired in any way when you use fireworks, you
increase the possibilities of misuse and injury to yourself and
others.
3. FOLLOW THE LAWS; USE COMMON SENSE
Follow your local and state laws regarding the possession and use of
fireworks, and use good common sense when using fireworks. Read all
directions, cautions, labels, and warnings on each individual
firework item to understand the product performance and hazards
associated with it. If your state has shooters' sites, use them. Use
only those fireworks permitted under the laws of the state and local
jurisdiction in which you are using the fireworks.
4. USE FIREWORKS ON A HARD SURFACE.
Always light fireworks on a hard, flat, and level surface to insure
the stability of the items. Grass is generally not suitable for any
item intended to be used in an upright position. (If lighting
fireworks on grass, lay down a flat wooden board for a shooting
surface.)
5. USE IN A CLEAR, OPEN AREA.
Always keep the audience (and particularly children) a safe distance
away from the shooting site. Always light your fireworks in a clear
open area away from buildings, vehicles, and shrubbery. A minimum
clear radius of 30 feet for fountains and other ground based items
and 100 yards for any aerial product is recommended. You should
avoid lighting the fireworks in any area where there is dry grass or
brush that could catch fire or near any flammable items. Never use
fireworks indoors. Never shoot fireworks in metal or glass
containers.
6. KEEP CLEAR OF THE FIREWORKS.
Never put your head or any part of your body over the top of any
fireworks product. Never look into a tube to check on the firework
item. Never hold a lighted firework item in your hand. Keep as far
from the firework item as possible when lighting.
7. USE CARE IN LIGHTING THE FIREWORKS.
Always light fireworks products with punk, a Phantom Pyro Torch, a
flare or an extended butane lighting device. This will enable you to
keep as far from the firework item as possible. If needed, use a
flashlight at night so the fuse can be easily seen; never use a
lantern or other flame producing device near fireworks for
illumination. Light the fireworks product and get away quickly.
Respect the fireworks, because if used improperly, they can be
dangerous.
8. ONE AT A TIME.
Light only one firework item at a time.
9. DON'T USE MALFUNCTIONING OR "DUD" ITEMS.
Never attempt to re light, alter, or fix any "dud" firework item. If
a firework item fails to ignite, let it stand for at least five
minutes, then immerse it in water. Dispose of the item properly. You
can always return the item to your Phantom dealer for replacement.
10. HAVE WATER CLOSE BY.
Have an accessible fire extinguisher, water supply, hose, or bucket
of water nearby for emergencies. During any fireworks shoot, there
should always be one individual assigned as the fireman, whose sole
job is to be alert and at the ready with a water source.
11. WINDY CONDITIONS.
Be cautious of lighting any fireworks during strong wind conditions.
Fireworks should be lit with the prevailing wind blowing away from
the spectators. If there is a significant wind shift during the time
you are lighting the fireworks, rearrange the shooting site to
accommodate the wind shift or stop shooting until the windy
conditions subside.
12. USE CARE IN HANDLING FIREWORKS.
Do not carry fireworks in your pocket or on your person. It is
preferable to keep the products in a closed container before
ignition. Always be careful in handling fireworks to prevent
dropping them. Never smoke when handling fireworks.
13. NEVER USE THE FIREWORKS AS WEAPONS.
Never aim, point, or throw any fireworks at another person or at any
property.
14. STORAGE OF FIREWORKS.
Always store fireworks in a cool, dry place and dispose of fireworks
properly.
15. USE FIREWORKS OUTDOORS.
Never use fireworks indoors; only use them outdoors under safe
conditions.
16. PURCHASE FIREWORKS FROM RELIABLE DEALERS.
Buy fireworks only from reliable, licensed fireworks dealers.
Licensed and reliable dealers will only carry those products that
meet standards set and enforced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety
Commission. Do not use illegal explosives; do not alter any firework
device; do not make your own fireworks.
17. SAFETY GLASSES.
Safety glasses are recommended for those individuals lighting the
fireworks and those individuals in close proximity to the fireworks.
18. BE CAREFUL WITH ANIMALS.
The noise and lights of the fireworks often frighten some animals,
so it is very important that you are careful with pets and farm
animals. You may want to consider moving the animals away or keeping
them inside during your display. Please be considerate of your pets
and animals when using fireworks.
19. DO NOT TRANSPORT FIREWORKS ON AIRPLANES.
It is a violation of federal aviation law to transport any fireworks
device on an airplane. Please respect this law and do not attempt to
carry any fireworks onto an airplane or transport them in your
luggage.