Sparkler Safety Tips

Many will celebrate this Independence Day with Sparklers and we’re on your side with safety tips you need to know.
TNT Fireworks East offers these tips:

- ADULT SUPERVISION. In Georgia, no one younger than 18 can purchase sparklers.  Adults should
always be present when lighting or handling fireworks. Never allow young children to light or
handle them.

- LOOK FOR LABELS AND READ THE INSTRUCTIONS. Instructions and warnings are required by law. Check the credibility of the distributor to make sure their sparklers are reliable, legal and that they come from a licensed source.

- STAY ALERT. Never mix alcohol and sparklers.

- TAKE PRECAUTIONS. Always keep a hose and a bucket of water nearby in case of emergencies.

- OUTDOORS ONLY. Use sparklers outdoors, only in clear areas, away from houses, buildings and
dry grass. Be sure to use them only on flat hard surfaces.

- LET SLEEPING SPARKLERS LIE. Don’t try to relight sparklers that don’t ignite. Wait 15 to 20 minutes,
Then douse and soak them with water and throw them away.

- PROTECT YOUR PETS. Animals are often frightened by the sounds of sparklers.  To protect your
“best friends,” keep them indoors — away from the loud noise — and secure.

- KEEP CLEAR. Never hold a lit sparkler in your hand. Keep as far from the sparkler as possible
when lighting.

- ONE AT A TIME. Light only one sparkler item at a time.

- OBEY ALL LAWS. Please obey Georgia state laws regarding the use of sparklers.

- HAVE FUN! Above all else, sparklers are fun – so enjoy them!  Be sure to take plenty of photos of family and friends enjoying TNT products throughout the summer.