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Display Fireworks Manual Display Fireworks Manual 2010 Second Edition 2010 © Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, 2010 Cat. No. M39-127/2010E (Print) ISBN 978-1-100-15116-8 Cat. No. M39-127/2010E-PDF (On-line) ISBN 978-1-100-15117-5 Aussi disponible en français sous le titre : Manuel de l’artificier Table of contents About this manual . v Audience . v Where the manual applies . .vi Where the manual does not apply . vi Authority under the Explosives Act and the Explosives Regulations. vii Amendments and updates . vii Chapter 1 Training and certification . 1 1.1 Display Assistant: duties and certification requirements. 1 1.2 Display Supervisor: duties, restrictions and certification requirements . 2 1.3 Display Supervisor with Endorsements: duties, endorsements and certification requirements. 3 1.4 International Display Supervisors: certification requirements. 4 1.5 Authorities Having Jurisdiction training. 4 Chapter 2 Fireworks and equipment . 5 2.1 Projection- versus emission-type articles . 5 2.2 High-level fireworks. 5 2.3 Low-level fireworks. 9 2.4 Ground-level fireworks. .10 2.5 Chain-fusing methods. 12 Chapter 3 Display site requirements . .15 3.1 Basic requirements. .15 3.2 Minimum distances from the ramp to structures and vehicles . 18 3.3 Minimum distances to overhead objects . .18 3.4 Firing from a flatbed . .19 3.5 Firing from a floating platform. 19 3.6 Obtaining event approval . 22 3.7 Basic requirements for event approval . 22 3.8 Site plan, event description and special circumstances. .22 3.9 Purchasing display fireworks . .23 3.10 Display fireworks event approval form. 24 Display Fireworks Manual i Chapter 4 Operation of the display . .25 4.1 Non-compliance and negligence . .25 4.2 False or misleading information. .25 4.3 Fire hazards: smoking, matches and spark-producing devices. 25 4.4 Alcohol and drugs . .25 4.5 Authorized people on the display site . 25 4.6 Maintaining the perimeter of the danger zone. 26 4.7 Firefighting and first aid services . .26 4.8 Fireworks sorting and inspection . .26 4.9 Manufacturer’s instructions . 27 4.10 Wind speed . .27 4.11 Inspection of mortars . 27 4.12 Personal protective equipment . .27 4.13 Safety equipment . 28 Chapter 5 Loading and firing fireworks . .29 5.1 Preparation . 29 5.2 Loading . .29 5.3 Manual firing. .29 5.4 Electrical firing. .30 Chapter 6 After the display . .35 6.1 Authorized people only . 35 6.2 Dismantling and clean-up . 35 6.3 Search of grounds: next day . 36 6.4 Giving the “all clear” . 36 6.5 Disposal of fireworks. .36 6.6 Report of malfunctions . 36 6.7 Notification of accidents and incidents . .37 6.8 Investigations . .37 Chapter 7 Storage of fireworks . .39 7.1 Short-term storage without a licence . .39 7.2 Storage with licence . .39 7.3 Storage in a dwelling. .39 ii Display Fireworks Manual Chapter 8 Transportation . .41 8.1 Authorities: Transportation of Dangerous Goods Directorate (Transport Canada), Explosives Regulatory Division (Natural Resources Canada) 41 8.2 Classification of display fireworks. .41 8.3 Transportation classes for display fireworks . .41 8.4 Compatibility of display fireworks. .41 8.5 Placarding . .42 8.6 Documentation . 42 8.7 Training certificate . .43 8.8 Employee’s responsibility . 43 8.9 Vehicles, drivers and passengers. 43 8.10 Special situations. .44 Appendix 1 Explosives Regulatory Division, Natural Resources Canada . .47 A1.1 Explosives: legally speaking . 47 A1.2 Explosives Regulatory Division . .47 A1.3 Range of responsibility . .47 A1.4 Use of explosives: who is responsible . .47 A1.5 Locations . 48 A1.6 Testing facilities: Canadian Explosives Research Laboratory . .48 A1.7 Authorized effects . .48 A1.8 Licences, permits and certificates for explosives of all types . 49 A1.9 Age limit . 49 A1.10 Police powers . .49 Appendix 2 Background, characteristics and the basic chemistry of fireworks . .51 A2.1 In the beginning . .51 A2.2 Fireworks compositions . 51 A2.3 Finished products . .52 A2.4 Constituents. .52 A2.5 The reaction . .52 A2.6 Fireworks versus high explosives. 53 A2.7 Fireworks: science and art . 53 Display Fireworks Manual iii A2.8 Ignition . .53 A2.9 Propagation . .54 A2.10 Requirements. 54 A2.11 Basic fireworks principles . 54 A2.12 Commonly used chemicals. .55 A2.13 Coloured flames and sparks . 55 Appendix 3 Minimum separation distances for personal communications devices . .57 Appendix 4 Fireworks categories . .59 A4.1 Consumer fireworks (class 7.2.1 / F.1) . .59 A4.2 Display fireworks (class 7.2.2 / F.2) . 59 A4.3 Model rockets (class 7.2.3 / R) . 59 A4.4 Practical use articles (classes 7.2.4 and 7.2.5 / S) . .59 A4.5 Pyrotechnic special effects (typically class 7.2.5 / F.3). .59 Appendix 5 Safety instructions for firing consumer fireworks . .61 Appendix 6 Unauthorized fireworks . .63 Appendix 7 Common fireworks malfunctions . .65 Glossary . .67 Acknowledgements The Explosives Regulatory Division gratefully acknowledges the contribution of the Canadian Pyrotechnic Council, the Canadian Fireworks Association and individual fireworks Display Supervisors for their assistance in the revision of this manual, first published in February 1999. iv Display Fireworks Manual About this manual The purpose of this safety manual is to raise the level of awareness of safety and legal aspects of using display fireworks. Display fireworks include aerial shells, large Roman candles, ground-level effects and other articles. These articles are explosives and are classified as “high hazard” display fireworks, class 7.2.2 (F. 21). To use display fireworks safely and responsibly, you need a basic understanding of three things: • how display fireworks work • how to use and handle display fireworks • the related laws and regulations The manual also provides a guide to the Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) for the approval of display fireworks events. Audience This manual will be used by the following: • People who are authorized – or who want to become authorized – to put on fireworks displays. In Canada, these people have the following titles: – Display Assistant. A Display Assistant can help at fireworks displays under the supervision of a certified Display Supervisor. – Display Supervisor. A Display Supervisor has certification of basic proficiency in the field. The main body of this manual pertains to Display Supervisors. – Display Supervisor with Endorsements. A Display Supervisor with Endorsements has certified expertise that qualifies him or her to perform tasks not permitted at less experienced levels. For example, they can produce displays at unconventional sites, such as floating platforms and rooftops, or use more powerful fireworks, such as large shells or nautical effects. • Companies that sell or distribute display fireworks • People who work where display fireworks are used • AHJs 1 The Explosives Regulations are being revised. Class 7.2.2 will be F.2 in the new regulations. Display Fireworks Manual v Where the manual applies This manual corresponds with the federal Explosives Act and Explosives Regulations and applies to • using high-hazard display fireworks (class 7.2.2 / F.2) • buying, selling and storing display fireworks • transporting display fireworks, which is regulated by the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Directorate (Transport Canada) and the Explosives Regulatory Division (Natural Resources Canada [NRCan]) Where the manual does not apply This manual corresponds with the federal Explosives Act and Explosives Regulations but does not apply • to pyrotechnic special effects (class 7.2.5 / F.3), which are covered in the Pyrotechnic Special Effects Manual • to consumer fireworks ( class 7.2.1 / F.1) • if display fireworks are prohibited by provincial or territorial law or regulation or municipal or city by-law • in jurisdictions that have pertinent, and more stringent, regulations and requirements Note that • You must comply with the laws and regulations of these jurisdictions, even where they differ from the Act and the Regulations (see section 29, Explosives Act). • It is the responsibility of the Supervisor in Charge to be aware of the requirements of the jurisdiction in question and to ensure that the most restrictive regulation is followed. vi Display Fireworks Manual Authority under the Explosives Act and the Explosives Regulations Pursuant to the “Licences and permits” section of the federal Explosives Act (the Act), the Minister of Natural Resources may certify people to • carry out activities related to fireworks • train others in the use of fireworks In accordance with the Act and the federal Explosives Regulations (the Regulations), inspectors of the Explosives Regulatory Division (ERD) of NRCan are authorized to • publish training and safety manuals • issue certificates • enforce the Explosives Act and the Explosives Regulations Amendments and updates This manual will be amended and updated to account for changes in technology, law and practice. We welcome your comments and recommendations. The ERD will communicate major changes in policy and direction to the industry through bulletins, directive letters or newsletters. Display Fireworks Manual vii Notes viii Display Fireworks Manual Notes Chapter 1 Training and certification People who handle and operate fireworks must complete certified training for the levels of • Display Assistant • Display Supervisor • Display Supervisor with Endorsements The training is provided by the Explosive Regulatory Division (ERD) of Natural Resources Canada (NRCan). The Display Fireworks Safety and Legal Awareness course is held at various locations throughout Canada, depending on demand. Check the ERD Web site for course schedules at www.nrcan.gc.ca/mms-smm/ expl-expl/erd-dre-eng.htm. On completion of the Display Fireworks Safety and Legal Awareness course, you will be issued a Fireworks Operator certificate with the appropriate certification level, as detailed in the sections below. 1 .1 Display Assistant: duties and certification requirements Certification required: Fireworks Operator certificate at the level of Display Assistant Work experience required: None Length.
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