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Emergency Services Issue Safety Tips Issued Ahead Of Bonfire Night

Written by HFM News on 3rd November 2022

Leicestershire Police and the Fire Service are urging people to celebrate the bonfire and fireworks season safely.

They are encouraging people to go to organised displays and for those who do let off fireworks in their gardens to be mindful of neighbours.

Sergeant Pete Jelbert is from Market Harborough Police Station:

Pic: Leics Fire & Rescue Service

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service say the safest way to enjoy fireworks if at an organised display and has issued the following advice:

If you choose to hold a display at home, ensure you follow the the Firework Code – Firework Top Ten Safety Code for Adults (courtesy of ROSPA) safety guidelines. Young people should watch and enjoy fireworks at a safe distance and follow the safety rules for using sparklers. Only adults should deal with firework displays and the lighting of fireworks. They should also take care of the safe disposal of fireworks once they have been used.

Plan your firework display to make it safe and enjoyable.
Keep fireworks in a closed box and use them one at a time.
Read and follow the instructions on each firework using a torch if necessary.
Light the firework at arm’s length with a taper and stand well back.
Keep naked flames, including cigarettes, away from fireworks.
Never return to a firework once it has been lit.
Don’t put fireworks in pockets and never throw them.
Direct any rocket fireworks well away from spectators.
Never use paraffin or petrol on a bonfire.
Make sure that the fire is out and surroundings are made safe before leaving.

Only buy fireworks from a legitimate retailer. Check the fireworks you buy are suitable for the size of garden and conform to British Standard (BS 7114). Make sure everyone stands well back. Don’t drink alcohol if you are responsible tor lighting the fireworks. Always wear gloves when holding a sparkler. Light sparklers one at a time. Never give sparklers to children under five Keep pets indoors and warn neighbours.

It is illegal to possess a firework if you’re under 18 years old.
It is an offence to set off fireworks after midnight on 5 November.
It is illegal to set off fireworks (including sparklers) in the street or public place.

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