FIREWORK CODE

ALWAYS FOLLOW THE FIREWORK CODE

• By law we CANNOT sell fireworks to anyone under the age of 18 years. 

• Do not buy fireworks from UNLICENSED retailers.
  These fireworks may be unsafe and illegal.

• Only buy fireworks that comply with current safety standards. *

• Always keep fireworks in a closed box.
  Take them out one at a time and close the box.

• Never put fireworks in your pocket.

• Be considerate. Let your neighbours know you will be having a display, especially
  if they are elderly or they have pets or children.

• Avoid setting fireworks off late at night, particularly if it is a school-night.

• Ensure your pets are safe.

• Carefully follow the instructions on EACH firework.

• Never go back to a lit firework unless the instructions advise otherwise.

• Never throw fireworks; it is dangerous.

• Light fireworks one at a time, at the end of the fuse, and at arm’s length.

• Light sparklers one at a time and wear suitable gloves, even when lighting them.

• Never give sparklers to a child under the age of 5.

• Never throw spent fireworks on a bonfire.

STAY SAFE, BE CONSIDERATE AND DON’T BECOME A NUISANCE.