- Read the instructions and description. You wont' be surprised how high or far the firework goes.
- Stray fireworks cause 23% of the injuries to bystanders. Use a flat, solid place to avoid tipping fireworks.
- Don't stand in the smoke from smoke bombs and other emitting fireworks. Standing in the smoke caused over 15% of the injuries to children in 2017.
- Over 60% of operator injuries are to hands. Use a long-handed lighter to easily light fireworks form the ground.
- Leave the casings in a non-combustible place. Put them in the trash only after they have cooled and/or been soaked with water.
- Don't throw fireworks. Each year, a few Kansas residents suffer traumatic amputations from fireworks going off in their hand. Light from the ground only.
- Have an adult supervise all fireworks activities
- Always ignite outdoors.
- Light only one firework at a time.
- Never re-ignite malfunctioning fireworks.
- Have a water supply nearby.
- Store fireworks in a cool, dry place.
All information referenced from Office of the State Fire Marshall.