FIREWORKS SAFETY RULES 7-2-11

FIREWORKS SAFETY RULES


YOUR SAFETY IS OUR MOST IMPORTANT CONCERN

Here are safety rules to remember before you shoot fireworks.With the advent of the mortar kits in the past few years and the wide acceptance by the public, its paramount that the following be a part of your show preparations:First block the tube with a concrete block or rock so that it cannot tip over during firing. Next unwind the fuse on the shell, place it in the tube with the top part up where the fuse attaches bringing the fuse out to the top of the tube. Then slightly pull the fuse to be sure that the shell is able to move. Then light and get back. Shelton's offers more than 80 kinds of mortar kits.

On the aerial tubes be absolutely sure that they are blocked with a concrete block or rock so that there is no way that they can tip over during firing. Shelton offers more than 100 kinds of aerial tubes.


On aerial rockets, the use of PVC pipe can serve as a launch device and has to be anchored so that it cannot tip over during the firing. This can be done by placing it in heavy sand, or a bucket of sand with its launch heading just the direction that you desire. Shelton's offers more than 70 kinds of rockets.


On aerial multi-firers, using a concrete block would prevent them from accidentally turning over and shooting at your crowd.  Prior to dark on your shooting date, look at each item you are going to be using in your show and be sure where the fuse is located so you don't have to fumble around in the dark trying to find it. We recommend having the fuses all turned in the same direction.


1. Always read and follow label directions.
2. Have an adult present.
3. Buy from reliable sellers.
4. Use outdoors only.
5. Always have water handy (a garden hose and a bucket).
6. Never experiment or make your own fireworks.
7. Light only one firework at a time.
8. Never re-light a "dud" firework (wait 15 to 20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket of water).
9. Never give fireworks to small children.
10. If necessary, store fireworks in a cool, dry place.
11. Dispose of fireworks properly by soaking them in water and then disposing of them in your trash can.
12. Never throw or point fireworks at other people.
13. Never carry fireworks in your pocket.
14. Never shoot fireworks in metal or glass containers.
15. The shooter should always wear eye protection and never have any part of the body over the firework.
16. Stay away from illegal explosives.


FINALLY------NEVER, NEVER, TRY TO TRANSPORT FIREWORKS ON AIRPLANES. NO-NO-NO.


ENJOY YOUR FIREWORKS SHOW AND STAY SAFE. REMEMBER SAFETY COMES FIRST.


PHOTO: SHELTON FAMILY, TALLPAUL ON LEFT, SCOTT NEXT, THEN GARY, GREG (OWNER OF SHELTON FIREWORKS) AND HAZEL WHO IS TALLPAUL'S BRIDE OF 56+ YEARS NOW.


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