It's time for festive events

The month of december has come, and this means that in kazakhstan it is time for festive events where pyrotechnic products are used. Fireworks and fireworks can make any celebration fabulous and memorable. but often, the festive mood suppresses fear and caution, which can lead to very sad consequences. After all, the use of pyrotechnic products is the main cause of fires and injuries in December and early January. We hope that the following recommendations and tips will help you meet the December and New Year holidays without incident. Attention! When purchasing pyrotechnic products, be careful to check the availability of a certificate of conformity, instructions, and expiration date. Pay attention to their appearance. You can not buy crumpled, soiled products, with cracks and other damage to the body or wick. 1. Pyrotechnic products must be accompanied by instructions. 2. If it was not, then it is necessary to observe basic precautions: use pyrotechnics in the absence of wind on the ground. a distance of at least 50 meters from the building and 20 meters from people. 3. Store pyrotechnic products in a dry and dark place out of the reach of children. 4. Do not keep fireworks near flammable liquids, fuses, gas stoves. 5. Pyrotechnic products should not be left in the sun (on windowsills, balconies, for the whole day in the yard, etc.) under direct sunlight substances that are contained in the same petard can ignite. 6. In the room where explosives are stored, in any case it is impossible avoid the occurrence of fire, including even lighting cigarettes, matches, etc . 7. It is also not recommended to store pyrotechnics in basements, garages, on the street. The product may become damp and you will not be able to use it. Procedure for the use of pyrotechnic products: 1. Select a location for the fireworks display. It can be a large open area, a yard, a square or a clearing free of trees and buildings. 2. Carefully inspect the selected place, in the neighborhood, within a radius of 100 meters there should be no fire-hazardous objects, car parks, garage, etc. 3. It is forbidden to launch fireworks in strong winds, as the size of the danger zone increases by 3-4 times. 4. spectators should be placed at a distance of 35-50 meters from the launch pad, always on the non-windward side. 5. It is strictly forbidden to use pyrotechnic products near residential buildings, they can get into a window or window pane, fly into a balcony or attic. 6. Also, you can not use pyrotechnics in closed rooms, apartments, offices, in places with a mass stay of people. Remember that it is easier to prevent a fire than to put it out! When the event occurs immediately call the emergency service <101>, <112> !

 

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