Make Sure Your Fourth of July Goes Smoothly
Follow these safety tips when using fireworks:
- Never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks.
- Avoid buying fireworks that are packaged in brown paper because this is often a sign that the fireworks were made for professional displays and that they could pose a danger to consumers.
- Always have an adult supervise fireworks activities.
- Never place any part of your body directly over a fireworks device when lighting the fuse.
- Never try to re-light or pick up fireworks that have not ignited fully.
- Never point or throw fireworks at another person.
- Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire or other mishap.
- Light fireworks one at a time, then move back quickly.
- Never carry fireworks in a pocket or shoot them off in metal or glass containers.
- Prevent a trash fire by dousing the spent device with plenty of water from a bucket or hose before discarding it.
- Make sure fireworks are legal in your area before buying or using them.
By: Jessica Lilley, Dietetic Intern, Stephen F. Austin State University
Resources
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Safety-Education/Safety-Education-Centers/Fireworks/
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