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Pyrotechnic articles
Introduction to firework safety
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Fireworks are a form of pyrotechnic device that are used for entertainment purposes. Many consumers use them to celebrate all types of events such as Bonfire night, New Year’s Eve, Chinese New Year and Weddings. Although fireworks can be a lot fun, they can also be dangerous if they are not used safely, so in this section of website you will find information about different categories of fireworks and how they can be used safely. You can find out more about firework safety on the (...) Read more
Types of fireworks
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Different types of fireworks produce different types of effects. There are numerous types of fireworks including: Roman Candle Rockets Catherine Wheels Mines Fountains Cakes Sparklers Any shop that wishes to sell fireworks has to obtain a licence from their local Trading Standards Service. There are a number of rules that govern the way in which fireworks are stored and sold. If a trader is selling fireworks without a licence or breaches the rules, they could face a fine of up to £5,000 (...) Read more
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
Definition of pyrotechnic articles
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A pyrotechnic article means: ‘any article containing explosive substances or an explosive mixture of substances designed to produce heat, light, sound, gas or smoke or a combination of such effects through self-sustained exothermic chemical reactions.’ In 2007, the European Parliament and the Council passed a Directive that covers the placing on the market of pyrotechnic articles. The Directive states that Pyrotechnic articles includes’ fireworks, theatrical pyrotechnic articles and (...) Read more
Different categories of fireworks
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Fireworks are classified into four categories depending on their purpose, intended use and level of hazard. Category 1 – these are very low hazard fireworks and are suitable for use indoors Category 2 – these are low hazard fireworks but are intended for outdoor use. These types of fireworks require a safety distance of 5 metres. Category 3 – these are medium hazard fireworks and are intended for outdoor use. These types of fireworks require a safety distance of 25 metres. Category 4 – (...) Read more
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