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Health and Safety Executive
The
Health and Safety Executive have published guidance for organisers
and operators of firework displays, Working
Together On Firework Displays: A guide to safety for firework
display organisers and operators (priced £8.95),
on the steps you need to take to make sure your event
is safe. These are some of the key points:
Public
fireworks displays
Before the event
- think about who will operate
the display. Remember that certain types of firework may
only be used by professional firework display operators.
In untrained hands these fireworks can be lethal
- if the display is to be provided
by a professional firework display operator make sure that
you are clear on who does what especially in the event of
an emergency
- consider whether the site
is suitable and large enough for your display, including
a bonfire if you are having one. Is there space for the
fireworks to land well away from spectators? Remember to
check in daylight for overhead power lines and other obstructions.
What is the direction of the prevailing wind? What would
happen if it changed?
- plan and mark out the areas
for spectators, firing fireworks (and a safety zone around
it) as well as an area where the fireworks will fall
- think about how people will
get into and out of the site. Keep pedestrian and vehicle
routes apart if possible. Mark exit routes clearly and ensure
they are well lit. Ensure emergency vehicles can get access
to the site
- appoint enough stewards/marshalls.
Make sure they understand what they are to do on the night
and what they should do in the event of an emergency
- signpost the first aid facilities
- think about what you would
do if things go wrong. Make sure there is someone who will
be responsible for calling the emergency services
- contact the emergency services
and local authority. If your site is near an airport you
may need to contact them
- ensure you have a suitable
place to store the fireworks. Your firework supplier or
local authority should be able to advise
- if you plan on selling alcohol
the bar should be well away from the display site
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