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Sparklers should never be put in the hands of infants or small children. Learn sparkler and fireworks safety tips in this free fireworks safety video series from a fire captain.
There are 21 videos in this series:
Before buying sparklers or fireworks, check safety regulations and laws to see if they are legal. Find out more about buying sparklers in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Practicing fireworks and sparklers safety can prevent serious injuries. Learn more about how to avoid injury when using sparklers in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Wearing tighter fitting clothes is a good way to practice fireworks safety. when lighting fireworks. Discover safety dressing tips in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Sparklers and fireworks can reach very hot temperatures and should be used safely in an open field. Get information about other places to light sparklers in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Store fireworks in cool, dry safe place out of reach of children. Find out more about where to store sparklers in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
The safest way to light fireworks and sparklers is using an extendable butane lighter. Get other tips for lighting sparklers in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Consuming alcohol and lighting fireworks is not safe and should never been done. Learn why alcohol and sparklers are not a good idea in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Handling more than one sparkler or firework at a time is not safe. Learn how to properly handle sparklers in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Children should be taught about fireworks safety before handling sparklers. Learn more about teaching sparkler safety to children in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Extinguish fireworks and sparklers by safely putting them in sand or a bucket of water. Discover more about putting out lit sparklers in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Practice fireworks safety by remembering sparklers can cause injuries to the user and bystanders. Find out more about the dangers of sparklers in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Safety glasses should be worn when setting off fireworks and sparklers. See other safety equipment to wear when setting off sparklers in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Infants should be away at a safe distance from fireworks and not be held or cradled when lighting sparklers. Discover other ways to keep children and infants safe in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Lighting sparklers at public fireworks displays should never be done. Learn more proper sparkler etiquette in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Safety precautions include keeping sparklers and fireworks at arms length. Find out more sparkler safety tips in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Fireworks like sparklers should only be lit outside in a safe environment. Discover other areas to avoid lighting sparklers in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
A basic fireworks safety rule is to remain standing when using sparklers. Learn why moving around is not safe in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Open-toed shoes are not safe to wear when using fireworks. Watch more sparklers footwear safety tips in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
It is never safe to hand a sparkler or firework to another person once it is lit. in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Standing six feet away from lit fireworks is a good, minimum safe distance. Learn more about the importance of safe viewing distances in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Contact local police or fire departments to find out about fireworks safety laws before igniting sparklers. Find out other ways to find firework safety laws in this free fireworks safety video from a fire captain.
Fireworks were developed in China around 206 BC. They were invented by Taoist Monks who created them by accident through playing with gunpowder in their spare time. Later pyrotechnicians in China were very well respected for their unique skill and bravery since this was and is never a safe venture. Eventually there became a scientific method and strategy to making fireworks which developed into its own profession that, of course, still flourishes today. We use fireworks at many national celebrations in America such as July 4th and New Years as well as sporting events and concerts and we can also use smaller fireworks to celebrate personally on a smaller scale. In this free fireworks safety video series, let a fire captain explain how to safely ignite sparklers. Sparklers are confused as one of the safer fireworks options, but sparklers burn as hot as 1800 degrees. He discusses dressing, choosing a location, storing and lighting sparklers and putting sparklers in the hands of children. He also talks about extinguishing sparklers properly, etiquette, handling lit sparklers and finding local fireworks laws. Sparklers and other fireworks are not toys and should always be used under adult supervision.
Joe Captain Joe Bruni has over three decades of experience as a street firefighter and company officer. Bruni has experience as a department training officer in the fire and rescue safety and training division, and has written several articles for Fire Engineering Magazine.dkdk
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