• Light fireworks outside, one at a time and without placing your body directly over the device. Then quickly move away. Don’t try to relight malfunctioning fireworks.
  • Never give fireworks to small children and throw or point a firework toward people, animals, vehicles, structures, or flammable materials.
  • Have a bucket of water or a garden hose nearby in case of an emergency.
  • Soak used and unused fireworks in water before throwing them away.
  • Don’t let children ignite or play with fireworks, including sparklers.
  • Don’t use fireworks if you’re impaired by drugs or alcohol.
  • Never leave a lit or hot grill unattended · Designate a “grill master” to assure children and pets stay away from the flames or hot grill.
  • Sparkler and Fireworks Safety · Always keep a portable fire extinguisher nearby close by. Also, keep a water hose or buckets of water nearby to put out fires.