What responsibilities should be clear before fireworks or open flames are used at a wedding?
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Use fireworks or open flames only after the venue and competent operator confirm permissions, suitability and a clear safety plan.
Identify who controls the activity, keeps guests clear and can stop it, and check relevant local restrictions. Do not assume small indoor effects or decorative flames are harmless. Keep emergency routes available and account for clothing, décor and nearby materials. This is a specialist risk decision; a supplier's promotional video is not evidence that the same effect is safe or permitted at another wedding.
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Fireworks
UK Health and Safety Executive
Specialist safety context. Permissions and restrictions must be checked with the actual local authority and venue.Source checked:
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UK Health and Safety Executive
Emergency roles, assistance and communication; local emergency contacts and plans must be confirmed for the event.Source checked:
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