For the safe use of pyrotechnics during mass events, the Vitebsk Regional Department of GOSPROMnadzor provides recommendations for its purchase and safe use.

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE PURCHASE OF PYROTECHNIC PRODUCTS

The sale of pyrotechnic products of hazard classes I-II (according to the classification of pyrotechnic products) is permitted in shops and pavilions with a sales area, and of hazard class III – only in specialized shops, departments (sections) for the sale of pyrotechnic products. The sale of pyrotechnic products to persons under the age of 15 is strictly prohibited in the Republic of Belarus.

When placing pyrotechnic products in the sales area, a display is used where the buyer does not have direct access to these products. Products stored at the point of sale must be kept in cabinets or safes made of non-combustible materials.

Since February 15, 2012, the Technical Regulation of the Customs Union "On the Safety of Pyrotechnic Products" (TR CU 006/2011) has been in force, according to which pyrotechnic products are subject to mandatory conformity assessment with the requirements of the technical regulation in the form of declaration of conformity or certification.

When purchasing a pyrotechnic product, the buyer has the right to demand that the seller present a certificate of conformity with the requirements of the Technical Regulation of the Customs Union "On the Safety of Pyrotechnic Products" (TR CU 006/2011).

Do not buy firecrackers, rockets, or fireworks from random street vendors! Products that have not undergone certification pose a significant danger.

When purchasing pyrotechnics, it is essential to check for the presence of an instruction manual, which must be in Russian or Belarusian.

It should be noted that each pyrotechnic product must have (or

attached) marking designations containing the following information:

hazard class (I, II, III);
name and location of the manufacturer of the pyrotechnic product (supplier and/or importer);
designation of standards or other documents in accordance with which the pyrotechnic product is manufactured;
expiration date;
list of hazardous factors and dimensions of the hazardous zone;
requirements for safe storage and disposal of the pyrotechnic product;
information on the conformity of the pyrotechnic product with the requirements of the Technical Regulation of the Customs Union "On the Safety of Pyrotechnic Products" (TR CU 006/2011).

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE SAFE USE OF PYROTECHNIC PRODUCTS

To avoid becoming a victim of an accident, it should be remembered that the use of pyrotechnic products inside buildings (structures) is prohibited, and fireworks displays and the use of pyrotechnic products are not allowed on the territory of recreation centers and children's health camps.

When launching a rocket or fireworks outdoors, it is necessary to follow the elementary safety requirements set forth in the instructions for use.

Basic requirements for the safe launch of a pyrotechnic product:

place the product on a flat surface, no closer than 30 m from people, buildings, trees, roads;

Unfurl and straighten the fuse;
take measures to prevent the product from tipping over during operation;
light the end of the fuse on the windward side at arm's length (without leaning over the product) and immediately move away to a safe distance with your back to the product.
If the fuse goes out or burns out, and the battery has not started working, you should:
1) wait at least 15 minutes;
2) approach the battery and inspect the product from the outside to ensure there are no smoldering parts;
3) after being fully convinced that there are no smoldering parts, wrap the battery in its packaging and return it to the seller for further disposal, or dispose of it yourself with household waste after soaking in water for at least 24 hours.
If the fireworks did not launch on the first try, never try to repeat this attempt!
Do not use pyrotechnics in winds exceeding 15 m/s.
Abandon the idea of modifying or disassembling the product.
Do not carry pyrotechnics in pockets, do not store them without a cap.
And most importantly – do not aim rockets and fireworks at people!