Don’t Fool with Fireworks
On the streets.....
"They are quite literally playing with fire and worse than that - playing with explosives," says Chief Fire Officer Paul Fuller.
"Every year people are injured in accidents caused by fireworks and damages is caused to property - not to mention the distress caused to people and pets by people misusing fireworks - throwing bangers about in the street for instance.
If you want to see something really worthwhile go to a properly organised fireworks display."
....or at home
Families love parties which involve fireworks - whether it is Guy Fawkes on November 5th or a festival like Diwali. Whatever the party is about - the messages are the same - Don’t Fool with Fireworks.
"Accidents can so easily happen - especially when people are being enjoying themselves a little too enthusiastically. You can access wealth of information on safety relating to all types of fireworks events via www.berr.gov.uk/fireworks
Posters, cartoons, games and downloads of safety videos are all available. Make sure you take a look before lighting up this season." added CFO Fuller.
(berr is the department for Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform)
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Firework Safety Code
Only buy fireworks marked BS 7114.
Don’t drink alcohol if setting off fireworks.
Keep fireworks in a closed box.
Follow the instructions on each firework.
Light at arm's length, using a taper.
Stand well back.
Never go near a firework that has been lit. Even if it hasn’t gone off, it could still explode.
Never put fireworks in your pocket or throw them.
Always supervise children around fireworks.
Light sparklers one at a time and wear gloves.
Never give sparklers to a child under five.
Keep pets indoors.