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- “Leave fireworks displays with experts who are trained to handle and discharge fireworks safely,” says the CFFM. “For everyone else, fireworks can be extremely dangerous. For this reason, family fireworks or informal neighbourhood displays are not recommended.”
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Jun 30, 2024 · The Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs says to stay safe if using fireworks this Canada Day weekend, but the best thing to do is leave it to the professionals.
- Shop for Fireworks Responsibly. Buy fireworks and sparklers only from reputable, legal sellers, ACEP advises. Counterfeit products may be more dangerous.
- Prepare for Emergencies. Keep a fire extinguisher and a large bucket of water or hose nearby, ACEP suggests. Always soak fireworks and sparklers in water after use.
- Choose a Safe Location. Wide open spaces that are hard and flat are safest — dirt, sand, concrete, and stone are ideal staging areas. Avoid using fireworks too close to trees, cars, homes or other structures that might catch fire.
- Make Sure Spectators Pay Attention. Many injuries happen to people who aren’t handling fireworks and sparklers themselves, says Gary Smith, MD, DrPH, the president of the Child Injury Prevention Alliance and director of the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.
Leave Fireworks to the Experts. Summer is synonymous with barbecues, parades and fireworks. The National Safety Council advises everyone to enjoy fireworks at public displays conducted by professionals, and not to use any fireworks at home. They may be legal but they are not safe.
Jun 30, 2019 · “Leave fireworks displays with experts who are trained to handle and discharge fireworks safely,” says the CFFM. “For everyone else, fireworks can be extremely dangerous. For this reason, family fireworks or informal neighbourhood displays are not recommended.”
Jun 25, 2019 · Keep a safe distance: Bystanders are injured by fireworks as often as the operator. Supervise children closely: Sparklers seem like harmless fun for the kids, but they are responsible for about 1,400 eye injuries each year.
Jun 29, 2021 · Always use fireworks outside in an open area and keep a bucket of water or garden hose nearby in case of fires. Always point fireworks away from yourself and others. It is recommended to wear and provide eye protection for all participants.
Jun 27, 2024 · If consumer fireworks are legal where you live, here are a few tips from the National Safety Council: Never allow young children to handle fireworks. Always have adult supervision. Wear protective eyewear. Never hold lighted fireworks in your hands. Don't point or throw fireworks at another person. Only light one firework at a time.
