The Civil Guard has intervened some 800,000 pyrotechnic devices in the Christmas campaign
The objective has been to guarantee the safety of people and detect the uncontrolled sale of pyrotechnic material
Nearly 600 inspections have been carried out throughout the national territory
The Civil Guard has ended the Christmas campaign in relation to the control in the use and commercialization of pyrotechnic products, withdrawing from the market a number close to 800,000 units of these devices, among which are included bomblets, impact thunders, rockets, firecrackers, batteries, etc.
Specialists in Weapons and Explosives, with the support of other units of the Civil Guard, have carried out nearly 600 inspections in establishments for the sale or distribution of pyrotechnic articles, and more than 60 infractions have been reported to the competent authority. .
The main objective of these actions is to control the unauthorized sale of this type of product and avoid accidents that could lead to improper use.
The Civil Guard carries out these inspections throughout the year, intensifying these controls on certain dates such as Christmas, which are more prone to the use of these products.
Pyrotechnic devices are "devices or devices loaded with materials or pyrotechnic mixtures, generally deflagrating", so extreme precautions must be taken when handling them. Therefore, from the Civil Guard it is recommended to follow the following tips.
Acquire fireworks at authorized points of sale
The Civil Guard recommends the acquisition of these pyrotechnic products at authorized points of sale, from suppliers with a proven guarantee and always in accordance with current legislation, thus avoiding any danger.
These authorized premises have facilities equipped with the ideal conservation conditions, something that street vendors cannot guarantee, which are prohibited from being sold to the public.
Categories F1, F2 and F3, and ages
The current regulation of pyrotechnic articles includes, among others, the following categories and ages of use of the same:
- F1 or pyrotechnic articles of very low danger and insignificant noise level, intended to be used in delimited areas, for use by people over 12 years of age.
- F2 or pyrotechnic articles of low danger and low noise level, intended to be used in delimited areas, for use by people over 16 years of age.
- F3 or pyrotechnic articles of medium danger intended to be used outdoors in large-area areas and whose noise level is not detrimental to human health, for use by people over 18 years of age.
Recommendations to enjoy safely
- Pyrotechnic devices, only at authorized points of sale.
- The handling of firecrackers by minors always with the supervision of an adult.
- Firecrackers in open places and away from people and animals.
- Do not keep fireworks in clothes or pockets.
- Do not manipulate its components, or extract its content.
For any questions or clarification in relation to the content of this note, you should contact the Peripheral Communication Office of the Headquarters of Arms, Explosives and Security, telephone 91.514.6900 ext. 44357.
