How far away must the audience be from the fireworks?

A minimum clear distance between the launch site and your audience of 35 feet for fountains and other ground-based items and 150 feet for all aerial items is recommended. You should avoid lighting your fireworks in any area where there is dry grass, dry brush or any flammable items that could catch fire.

Why do fireworks look like they are coming at you?

When the cardboard package is exploded in the sky it throws stars in all directions including toward your face. This applies to traditional ball shells, but similarly for cylindrical shells as well. This 3D effect is aided by the fact that stars are flying toward you as well as away.

What is the recommended safety zone around a fireworks display?

The distances for most display sites are dictated by the NFPA 1123 guidelines, requiring 70 feet of safety distance per inch diameter of shell, with a minimum of 210 feet. So a small display with 4″ shells would require at least 280 feet in all directions.

Is there a back side to fireworks?

After Italian explorer Marco Polo brought gunpowder from China to Italy in the late 13th century, Italian pyrotechnicians learned to send firecrackers into the sky with the development of aerial shells, which used gunpowder to both launch shells into the air and then have them explode.

Can fireworks be stored indoors?

If you must keep fireworks in areas that can get damp, such as a greenhouse, basement or attic, wrap them up tightly in sealed plastic bags. Put a packet of silica gel desiccant in the fireworks containers. Don’t store fireworks or other explosives in self-storage units.

Can you let fireworks off in your garden?

Can you set off fireworks in London? The simple answer is yes.

Who monitors public firework?

Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) However, they do provide guidance from their originating organizations related to worker protection. 15 USC 2064. Fireworks that are intended solely for commercial use, such as fireworks used in public displays, are not covered by these regulations.

Can you light a wet firework?

Never purchase damp or wet fireworks! Wet fireworks can become dangerous as they dry out. Chemical reactions take place when water is added to the complex compounds used in fireworks. After the fireworks dry out they can become dangerous.

What is the minimum spectator distance for a firework display?

Category 2 fireworks have a minimum spectator distance of either 5 metres or 8 metres depending on the type of firework. Category 3 fireworks have a minimum spectator distance of 25 metres.

Is it safe to organise a firework display?

Some people might be deterred from organising a firework display because of the risk fireworks and fires can present, however, a display can be put on safely and responsibly by following some simple guidelines. Here we set out the five steps to organising a fabulous family firework display in your town…

Where can I find information about setting up a fireworks display?

The UK Firework Review (UKFR) website offers a brilliant resource for first-time display organisers, with detailed information about site layout and safely when setting up your fireworks. With that taken care of, you can be sure of a cracker of a night for everyone to enjoy.

How much room do you need for a fireworks show?

Scout out your spot so you’ll know how much room you have for the show. Fireworks should not come within 25 feet (7.6 m) of any overhead object, and your spectators should be located at least 50 feet (15 m) from your fireworks. The minimum distance for spectators may vary depending on your location.