Fireworks are commonplace during November as numerous displays take place in honour of Guy Fawkes Night. However, given that these explosives are readily available and often used at home by non-professionals, they also contribute to many injuries, fires and other accidents. Without taking proper precautions, a fun evening of fireworks can quickly become dangerous.
Keep yourself, your family and your neighbourhood safe by following these safety tips:
- Use fireworks only while outside and in a large, open area, and keep any guests and spectators at a safe distance.
- Avoid attempting to make your own fireworks or modifying store-bought ones.
- Do not allow children to handle fireworks, and closely supervise if they play with sparklers.
- Submerge used and malfunctioning fireworks and any debris in water before disposal.
- Never attempt to reignite a defective firework.
- Keep water nearby while using fireworks in case you need to extinguish a fuse or put out a fire.
- Avoid placing lit fireworks in plastic or glass containers.
- Wear safety goggles when handling and lighting fireworks.
- Do not hold a firework that has already been lit in your hand or position your body directly over one.
- Read all manufacturers’ guidelines and adhere to any instructions.
- Follow all regulations regarding the use of fireworks, including the time of the day that fireworks can be used and the category of fireworks that are permitted.
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