HSE’s primary concern is that only safe category 4 fireworks, theatrical and pyrotechnic products are placed on the market. HSE Inspectors will take a sensible and proportionate approach to enforcement if they come across these items after 4 July 2013.

The focus of any regulatory activity will be on ensuring these products are safe for supply and use and, in the absence of national standards for these types of pyrotechnic products, HSE will expect the industry to ensure that category 4 fireworks, theatrical and pyrotechnic products comply with the Essential Safety Requirements of the Pyrotechnic Articles (Safety) Regulations 2010.

Businesses have a responsibility to ensure that they place safe products on the market and it is essential that they continue to meet these duties.

This is consistent with the approach being taken by BIS and Trading Standards.

Alison Wellens

Hazardous Installations Directorate

Health and Safety Executive

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