Resources for Firework Safety

We work with fire departments all over the valley: Buckeye, Scottsdale, Queen Creek, Gilbert, Phoenix, Peoria, Surprise, and Mesa to insure all the proper permits and laws are followed. Red Hot Fireworks believes in educating the public to use firework safety. We have put together safety information and links below to help educate you with firework safety in Arizona.

The Firework Code

1. You must be over 16 to buy fireworks and sparklers.
2. Make sure you buy a reputable brand of fireworks from retailer you trust and only buy fireworks and sparklers.
3. Keep fireworks in a closed tin or box
4. Follow the instructions on each firework. Read the instructions carefully using a torch or lamp – never a naked flame
5. Light sparklers one at a time and be very careful when handling them
6. Ensure that children are supervised at all times around fireworks
7. Never give sparklers to children under 5. Ensure that children wear gloves when handling sparklers
8. Sparklers can reach temperatures of up to 2000*C
9. Never throw fireworks
10. Never put a firework in your pocket
11. Light fireworks at arms length using a taper or firework lighter
12. Stand well back
13. Dispose of sparklers in a bucket of water as soon as they are finished
14. Never go back to a lit firework
15. Keep all pets and animals indoors
16. Alcohol and fireworks don’t mix. If you are in charge of lighting the fireworks, avoid drinking alcohol
17. Never smoke when lighting fireworks
18. It is illegal for anyone under 16 to possess fireworks in a public place
19. You must be over 16 to buy fireworks and sparklers. Proof of ID may be required

Click here for safety handout.