Do's & Don'ts & While Bursting Crackers

DO'S

• Adult Supervision: Ensure children are supervised at all times when around firecrackers.
• Safety Distance: Maintain a safe distance from the firecracker after it's been lit.
• Protective Gear: Wear safety glasses and avoid loose clothing to prevent injury.
• Outdoor Use: Always light firecrackers outdoors in open, clear spaces away from buildings and vehicles.
• Dispose Correctly: Once a firecracker has been used, douse it in water before disposal to prevent accidental fires.
• Follow Local Laws: Abide by your local laws and regulations when using firecrackers.
• Be Considerate: Be mindful of your surroundings and considerate of your neighbors. Noise and air pollution can disturb them.
• Use a Long Igniter: Use a long candle or punk stick to light the firecracker to keep your hands at a safe distance.
• Emergency Preparation: Always keep a bucket of water, sand, or a fire extinguisher handy when lighting firecrackers.

DONT'S

• Don't Relight Duds: Never attempt to relight a firecracker that doesn't ignite initially. It could explode unexpectedly.
• Don't Light in Hand: Never light a firecracker in your hand. Always place it on a flat surface and then ignite it.
• Don't Use Near Flammable Material: Never light firecrackers near flammable materials or substances.
• Don't Leave Children Unsupervised: Never leave children unsupervised around firecrackers, even if they're not being lit.
• Don't Light Indoors: Never light a firecracker indoors, even if you're near an open window or door.
• Don't Dispose of Undoused Firecrackers: Never throw undoused firecrackers in a garbage bin, as they can cause fires.
• Don't Use While Impaired: Avoid lighting firecrackers if you're under the influence of alcohol or any other substances.
• Don't Point Towards People: Never point or throw firecrackers towards people, animals, or properties.
• Don't Carry in Pockets: Avoid carrying firecrackers in your pockets as friction could ignite them.
• Don't Modify Firecrackers: Never try to modify or make your own firecrackers, as it could lead to unpredictable and dangerous results.