Enjoying Fireworks Safely

We all love a good fireworks display whether it’s an arranged event or in the back yard at a friend’s house during a party. The brightly coloured fountains, rockets and lanterns take to the night sky lighting it up in a display of lights and excitement.

You can buy good fireworks from any reputable trader, as long as they are manufactured by a licensed company and come with the British safety number, you are good to go, but there are some considerations and precautions to take before lighting them.

Keep Your Pets Safe

Before you start any display, lock your pets indoors. Many animals get nervous or scared of loud bangs and its bonfire night time when the shelters and rescue homes are overrun by pets that have taken to the streets out of fear. Locking your pet away in a safe area is just peace of mind for you.

Follow the Instructions to the Letter

Always choose an area to light your fireworks that is away from animals, people, trees and buildings. This is a precautionary step to ensure your own safety. The most important part of the process is to follow the instructions to the letter, these are there to ensure your safety and enable you to have fun.

Make sure you point the fireworks away from people and obstacles and those they are placed firmly, so they cannot fall over once lit. Use gloves when lighting them and never relight them once they have gone out.

If you follow these few simple steps, you can get to enjoy the delightful and colourful display your fireworks provide.