Bonfires and Fireworks

Bonfires and Fireworks Learning Objective: Children to be made aware of the Firework Code. Children to be made aware of the Firework Safety.

Bonfires and Fireworks Success Criteria: Children will clearly understand about the Firework Code. Children will clearly understand about Firework Safety.

Bonfires and Fireworks Why do you think we have bonfires and fireworks? Have you ever been to a bonfire or firework display? Was it organised? When was it?

Bonfires and Fireworks Millions of people have enjoyed fireworks. Unfortunately accidents can happen anytime, anywhere. To avoid it happening to us a firework code has been produced to ensure that we all have a safe and enjoyable time.

Bonfires and Fireworks All Fireworks are dangerous and many can be lethal. Never play with fireworks. Only adults should light or set up fireworks. Stand well back when watching fireworks. Never go near a firework that has been lit. Fireworks will frighten pets, so keep them safely indoors.

Bonfires and Fireworks Fireworks (Continued): Keep fireworks in a closed metal box. Never put fireworks in your pocket. If you are given a sparkler… Always wear gloves. Hold it at arms length. Don’t touch it when it goes out. Put it end down in a bucket of water.

Bonfires and Fireworks Bonfires These can be dangerous so preferably go to a publicly organised bonfire for a special occasion. If you must have a bonfire make sure that the adults organising it follow these simple rules: Build it away from houses, sheds, fences, overhead cables, trees etc. Make sure it is sturdy and will not collapse. Check that there are no animals in the bonfire before it is lit. Never use petrol or paraffin. Don’t put any household items on the fire that might explode e.g., aerosols, tins of paint.

Bonfires and Fireworks Bonfires (Continued): Have buckets of water or the garden hose at hand in case of an emergency. Inform neighbours that you are having a bonfire. Make sure someone is looking after the bonfire at all times. If it is too windy do not light the bonfire as it may be difficult to control. Make sure the bonfire has stopped burning totally before leaving it. Never stand too close to a bonfire. Wear clothes that are fastened up.

Bonfires and Fireworks Independent Activity 1: In groups you need to plan an organised firework party (proforma included to aid planning) at the local school/village. You need to consider all the relevant safety issues in your planning. As you write out your plan for the event you must clearly include all the safety issues that may arise, and any references to the firework code. If you are going to have a bonfire you must also highlight the fire safety issues.

Bonfires and Fireworks Independent Activity 2: Design a firework of the future. You need to consider the following: How long will the firework last? How will the firework be lit? What will you call the firework? What will the firework be made of? How big will the firework be? How will you ensure that the firework will be safe? How much will the firework cost? How environmentally friendly will it be?

Bonfires and Fireworks Plenary/Review: Show me your plans for your party? Let’s have a look at your new firework design. Are there any safety issues or concerns that you may have regarding firework safety?