Remember Remember Safety on Bonfire night

As we celebrate Bonfire night, whether you are intending to attend a public display or are planning to hold your own display, make sure you are safe in your celebrations by following the Firework Code.

• Only buy fireworks marked BS 7114.

• Do not drink alcohol if setting off fireworks.

• Keep fireworks in a closed box.

• Follow the instructions on each firework.

• Light at arm's length, using a taper.

• Stand well back.

• Never go near a firework that has been lit. Even if it hasn’t gone off, it could still explode.

• Never put fireworks in your pocket or throw them.

• Always supervise children around fireworks.

• Light sparklers one at a time and wear gloves.

• Never give sparklers to a child under five.

• Keep pets indoors.

For more safety information when using fireworks please see the HSE pages on firework safety http://www.hse.gov.uk/explosives/fireworks/index.htm and Directgov pages