Before you light
Read the label in daylight, choose firm level ground, clear the area, and keep water nearby.
Safety advice
Lighting fireworks safely
A simple, practical sequence for setting up, lighting, and stepping away from fireworks with confidence.
Take the adult safety assessment
Safe lighting sequence
Prepare first, light once, step back
Follow the label, keep control of the firing area, and avoid the common actions that increase risk.
How to light safely
Use a taper, keep your body away from the firework, and light at arm's length.
Step back immediately
Move back to the recommended distance as soon as the fuse is lit.
Never return to a lit firework
If it does not fire, leave it alone. A delayed ignition can still happen.
Common mistakes
Avoid leaning over fireworks, relighting fuses, holding fireworks, or setting them on unstable surfaces.