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Fireworks Safety
 Websites presented in alphabetical order American Pyrotechnics Association 
 This site for the fireworks industry trade association presents general information about pyrotechnics (fireworks) as well as safety tips. Because this organization promotes the use of fireworks, some of the statistical reports are presented to prove the safety and low incidence of fireworks-related injuries. However, the site features unbiased safety information, state fireworks laws, a glossary of pyrotechnic terms, diagrams of fireworks, and information for fire service professionals. http://www.americanpyro.com/ Topics: Business & Consumer Law, Holidays & Observances, Industries, Public Health & Safety, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment, Technology Last updated Jun 16, 2004 Injury Prevention
With sections for children and parents, this site provides safety tips for a wide range of sports activities. Also covers road rules, car and street safety, safety in the sun, fireworks, dogs, and other potential hazards. Features a "Home Safety Handbook" and treatments for common medical injuries, from burns to frostbite to poisoning. From Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. http://www.chp.edu/CHP/besafe Topics: Health, Holidays & Observances, Medical Treatments & Devices, Outdoor Recreation, Public Health & Safety Last updated Sep 29, 2009 The National Council on Fireworks Safety
The site has general fireworks safety information, as well as tips for public fireworks displays and choosing safe fireworks. Also find classroom materials, public service announcements (PSAs), a synopsis of state laws relating to fireworks, injury statistics, and emergency response information. From a nonprofit organization "dedicated to the safe enjoyment of fireworks in the United States." http://www.fireworksafety.com/ Topics: Business & Consumer Law, Holidays & Observances, Public Health & Safety, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment, Technology Last updated Jun 27, 2007 U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Site includes press releases for all CPSC recalls (back to 1973), information for businesses regarding Consumer Product Safety Act and other issues, information in Spanish, children's safety games, and information on fireworks safety. There are links to the websites of other federal agencies that have responsibilities for products not under the jurisdiction of the CPSC. http://www.cpsc.gov/ Topics: Business, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Government, Government, Holidays & Observances, Public Health & Safety Last updated Feb 25, 2006 |
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