Fireworks and BBQ Safety
Wednesday, June 23, 2010 - gthompson
Though Fireworks can be Exciting, Festive and Fun, it is important to remember that fireworks are also DANGEROUS!
Each year, over 8000 people are injured using fireworks. Children ages 10 to 14 yrs had the highest injury rate for fireworks-related injuries due to novelty fireworks. The most common injuries sustained from fireworks were blindness, 3rd degree burns and scarring affecting the following body parts: hands, eyes, face, legs, trunk, arms and shoulders. Please take the following precautions to teach your children how to prevent being a statistic.
Firework Safety Tips
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Light fireworks outdoors in a clear area away from on lookers, combustibles or flammable material
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Obey local laws
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Always have water handy-a hose or bucket of water
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Only use fireworks as intended
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Do not try to alter them or combine them
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Never re-light a "dud" firework
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Use common sense when using fireworks
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Spectators should keep a safe distance from the shooter
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Only a person over age 12 should be allowed to handle sparklers of any type
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Do not ever use homemade fireworks or illegal explosives
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Light fireworks one device at a time and never ignite devices in a container
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Do not allow any running or horseplay while fireworks are being used
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Never allow children to ignite fireworks
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