In recent years, no New Year's celebration has been complete without the use of pyrotechnic devices. Sparklers, party poppers, firecrackers, fireworks, bangers, rockets undoubtedly add to the festive atmosphere. However, the celebration can turn into a tragedy if counterfeit products are used or if pyrotechnics are handled improperly.
It is important to know that pyrotechnic devices are fire and explosion hazardous, their use poses a threat to the health and safety of citizens, and disrupts their peace.
The use of pyrotechnics by children is unacceptable. The sale of these items to persons under the age of 15 is strictly prohibited in the Republic of Belarus.
Recommendations for Purchasing Pyrotechnic Devices
When purchasing a pyrotechnic device, the buyer has the right to demand that the seller present a certificate of conformity to the technical regulations of the Customs Union "On the Safety of Pyrotechnic Devices".
Do not buy bangers or rockets from street vendors! Uncertified products pose a great danger.
When purchasing pyrotechnics, it is essential to check for the presence of an instruction manual, which must be in Russian or Belarusian.
Recommendations for the Safe Use of Pyrotechnic Devices
As experience shows, the cause of tragedy can be not so much the fireworks themselves, but their inappropriate and unskilled use.
On New Year's Eve, dozens of our citizens suffer injuries of varying severity every year, and apartments and residential buildings catch fire. The reason is often the same – a negligent attitude towards pyrotechnics. Adults often allow themselves to use pyrotechnics while intoxicated, ignoring safety requirements and endangering themselves and their loved ones. Parents neglect to discuss with their children the dangers hidden within seemingly harmless fireworks and party poppers.
To avoid becoming a victim of an accident, it should be remembered that the use of pyrotechnics indoors is unacceptable, and when launching rockets or fireworks outdoors, elementary safety requirements outlined in the instruction manual must be followed.
Specialists remind of the basic requirements for the safe launch of pyrotechnic devices: