Playing with fireworks can be costly

The most magical holiday, New Year's, is just around the corner. All children, and adults too, eagerly await it, as it is usually associated with gifts and fun. However, every year, rescue service reports include people who are eager to "fool around" with pyrotechnics to make the holiday noisier. It should be remembered that their use is associated with the danger of injury, so it will not be superfluous to remind you of the basic rules for using pyrotechnics.

To ensure that your holidays are not only fun but also safe, you need to know and follow these rules:

1) Before using pyrotechnics, you must carefully study the instructions and strictly follow them;

2) The manufacturer's operating instructions must contain:
- Restrictions on the conditions of product use;

- Safe launch methods;

- Dimensions of the hazardous zone;

- Storage conditions, shelf life, and disposal methods.

3) Do not use products with expired shelf life, signs of damage, without operating instructions and a certificate of conformity;

4) Pyrotechnic products must not be used:

- Indoors, in buildings, structures, as well as on roofs, balconies, and loggias;

- In explosive and fire hazardous areas, near power lines;

- On stage platforms during concerts and festive events;

- In the territories of cultural heritage sites, nature reserves, sanctuaries, and national parks.