Firework safety

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Be Safe and have fun

1. Never play with fireworks. They are explosives and can hurt you
2. Only adults should light or hold fireworks
3. when you are watching fireworks, stand well back.
4. Never go near a firework that has been lit, Even if it has not gone off, it could still explode.
5. Fireworks will frighten your pets, so keep them in doors
6. If you are given a sparkler:
   1. Always wear gloves
   2. Hold it at arms length
   3. When your sparkler goes out, DON’T TOUCH IT. It could still burn you, so put it hot end down in a bucket of water.
7. Never give sparklers to children under 5
8. Remember you need to be 18 years of age before you are allowed to buy fireworks in the shops.

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