9 Questions
What do the figures show about firework accidents?
More children get hurt than adults
What should you do when handling and storing fireworks?
Follow the instructions on each firework
What should you do when lighting fireworks?
Light them at arms length, using a taper
What should you do with sparklers?
Wear gloves
What is the main cause of accidents on bonfire night?
Improper use of fireworks
Who is more likely to get hurt by fireworks?
Children
What should you do with fireworks after buying them?
Keep them in a closed box
What should you do when lighting fireworks?
Light them at arm's length using a taper
What should you do with sparklers?
Wear gloves when holding them
Study Notes
Firework Safety
- Figures show that firework accidents often result in burns, injuries, and fires.
- Handling and storing fireworks safely involves:
- Keeping them in a closed box.
- Away from heat sources and flames.
- Out of reach of children.
- When lighting fireworks:
- Follow the instructions.
- Keep a bucket of water or a fire extinguisher nearby.
- Light them at arm's length.
- Never go back to a lit firework.
- Sparklers should:
- Be held at arm's length.
- Not be given to children under five years old.
- Be extinguished in a bucket of water.
- The main cause of accidents on bonfire night is:
- Unsupervised children playing with fireworks.
- Children and young people are more likely to get hurt by fireworks.
- After buying fireworks:
- Keep them in a secure, dry place.
- Check the expiration dates.
- Follow the instructions carefully.
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