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Firework safety tips

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In the UK, we have a Firework Safety Code, which sets out safety tips for buying and using fireworks including: Buying Fireworks Make sure any fireworks you buy comply with BS 7114 Make sure fireworks are intended for use in your garden Using Fireworks Keep fireworks in a sealed box, use them one at a time and replace the lid after you take one out Read instructions carefully Light fireworks at arms length and use a taper Make sure that all of your guests stand well back Never return to (...) Read more

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Water safety at home

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About 10% of deaths by drowning occurring in the home, for example in the bath, in garden ponds, in other water-filled containers in the garden and in paddling and swimming pools. Mostly young children and older adults are most at risk of drowning at home but many of these deaths are preventable You can find further advice about water safety at home on the National Water Safety Forum (...) Read more

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Do you know how to keep yourself safe?

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