Stay safe this Bonfire Night

Stay safe this Bonfire Night

Resident,

Our top safety tips for Bonfire Night.

Bonfire night is just around the corner, and whilst it’s a night for all ages to enjoy, it’s also important to talk about safety with children and young people before going to any organised fireworks events.

Why not use our wordsearch as a conversation starter? You can download it below.

Here are some key tips to remember, remember on the fifth of November (and any other night you’re celebrating)!

If you’re heading to a large community event:

Keep children away from bonfires and fireworks.

Set up a meeting point at the event with your child in case you get separated.

Take a picture of your child before the event, just in case you need help looking out for them if you can’t find them.

We always advise people to head to organised events but if you are planning on doing something at home then consider the following:

Don't set off fireworks between 11pm-7am (besides some exceptions below).

Choose a site that you have permission to set fireworks from, away from wooden fences, sheds and where children will be playing

Keep fireworks in a closed metal box and take them out one at a time.

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions on each firework. Read them by torch light, not a naked flame and always buy fireworks from a reputable source, look for the UKCA and CE markings.

Light fireworks at arm’s-length, using a safety firework lighter or fuse wick and aimed away from any spectators or property, then stand back.

NEVER go back to a firework once lit, it may still go off.

Collect used fireworks with care, douse with water and bury them or place in a metal container.

Keep children away from fireworks and bonfires.

Keep pets indoors, follow these tips from the RSPCA to prepare your pets ahead of Bonfire night.

Take care with sparklers - young children should not handle these.

NEVER throw fireworks.

NEVER keep fireworks in your pocket.

Keep a bucket of water handy.

Ensure all flames and fires are fully extinguished and made safe before leaving them.

For more information, visit Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service's website.

Fireworks and the law

Did you know it's against the law to set off fireworks between 11pm and 7am?

There are some exceptions to this, which are:

Bonfire night, up until midnight.

New Year's Eve, Diwali and Chinese New Year, until 1am the following day.

It is also illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to buy or carry fireworks. Throwing or setting off fireworks in the streets is also against the law.

For a full list of anti-social behaviour reporting methods, please visit Derbyshire's ASB Hub.

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