Safety Tips in Using Firecrackers
Lifted from this site are the following safety tips in handling firecrackers. 1. CHILDREN SHOULD NOT HANDLE FIREWORKS. Never let children handle, play with, or light any fireworks. Only adults should handle and light fireworks. The fireworks are great family fun, but they burn very hot and are intended to be handled only by adults. 2. DO NOT USE ALCOHOL WITH FIREWORKS. Please do not consume any alcohol while lighting or handling fireworks. Fireworks must be used only by individuals who act in a responsible manner and who are not under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If you are impaired in any way when you use fireworks, you increase the possibilities of misuse and injury to yourself and others. 3. FOLLOW THE LAWS; USE COMMON SENSE Follow your local and state laws regarding the possession and use of fireworks, and use good common sense when using fireworks. Read all directions, cautions, labels, and warnings on each individual firework item to understand the product performance and