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Watching fireworks is popular and fun. But fireworks are explosives and burn at high temperatures, so they need careful handling and storage.
Information for Adults & Children Having fireworks at home can be great fun, as long as they are used safely. Figures have shown that more children than adults get hurt by fireworks.
Be safe not sorry
Fireworks are safe ifyou use them properly. If you’re putting on a home display, you should follow some simple steps to make sure that everyone has a good time without getting hurt.
Keep kids safe
We want childrento enjoy fireworks but they need to know that they can be dangerous if they are not used properly. Each year, over half of all firework injuries are suffered by children. The Child AccidentPrevention Trust and Direct.gov have more guidance on keeping kids safe.
Sparkler safely
Did you know that sparklers get five times hotter than cooking oil? They should never be given to a childunder five.
Where to buy
Don’t cut corners just to save a few pounds. Always buy fireworks from a reputable shop to make sure that they conform to British Standards. This means that theyshould have BS 7114 written on the box.
Sometimes shops open up for a short time before Bonfire Night but these may not be the best places to buy fireworks from. Staff in these shops might not bevery knowledgeable about using fireworks safely and their fireworks might not meet British Standards.
Don’t buy fireworks from anywhere you’re not sure about, such as the back of a van or from atemporary, unlicensed market stall.
What to buy
There are different categories of fireworks. Members of the public can buy and set off most of the fireworks that come under Categories 1 to3. These are fireworks that include those that you can use indoors, in your garden or at a display. Always read the packet carefully and make sure that the fireworks you buy are suitable for the...
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