Health, Safety and Environment

Firework Safety

Fireworks can be enjoyable provided they are stored and used safely and responsibly.

The Health and Safety Executive and local authorities (usually Trading Standards Officers) enforce firework legislation to protect consumers and the general public.

The firework safety code

1. Only buy fireworks marked BS 7114.
2. Don't drink alcohol if setting off fireworks.
3. Keep fireworks in a closed box.
4. Follow the instructions on each firework.
5. Light them at arm's length, using a taper.
6. Stand well back.
7. Never go near a firework that has been lit. Even if it hasn't gone off, it could still explode.
8. Never put fireworks in your pocket or throw them.
9. Always supervise children around fireworks.
10. Light sparklers one at a time and wear gloves.
11. Never give sparklers to a child under five.
12. Keep pets indoors.
13. Don't let off noisy fireworks after 11pm.

And remember...

Fireworks. Be safe not sorry. Always follow the code.