EXPERT INFORMATION
SAFETY AND QUALITY OF OUR PRODUCTS
10 TIPS FOR A SAFE NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION
Observe minimum age and sales times
Pay attention to the CE mark and the registration number
Observe maximum permissible quantities during transport and storage
Never leave fireworks in the hands of children
Observe burning times
Read operating instructions and observe safety instructions
Keep (safety) distance
Take a safe stand when using rockets
Do not ignite firecrackers from your hand
Finally, the most important thing: Do not use illegal fireworks and do not tamper with fireworks!
Recognizing dangers - avoiding accidents
How to recognize tested fireworks:
Tested fireworks are marked with a CE mark and a registration number. The Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) has number 0589 (further information).
It is regulated by law how many kilograms of fireworks your are allowed to transport and store. Pay attention to the total quantity – to the gross mass or net explosive mass (NEM)( further information).
BAM ist one of the EU-wide testing bodies that tests pyrotechnic articles for safety before they are placed on the market ( further information).
CE mark and registration number
- When buying, look for the CE mark and registration number, so you can recognize tested fireworks. Tested fireworks are marked with a registration number and a CE mark.
- The registration number contains the identification number of the testing body that conducted the EU type test for the firework.
- The CE mark is combined with the identification number of the test center that monitors quality assurance at the manufacturer.
- Throughout Europe, 14 test centers are authorized to test pyrotechnics – 13 of them fireworks. In Germany, fireworks are often tested by BAM.
- 0589 – F2 – 1254 is an example of a registration number assigned by BAM. F2 stands for fireworks of category 2. 1254 is a consecutive number.