Fireworks: Don't Get Burned

Fireworks: Don't Get Burned!

Pick only one session:

Tuesday 5/28 1000-1200

Thursday 5/30 1000-1200

Course description:

Are you familiar with the responsibilities of state and local fire agencies in the regulation of commercial fireworks operations and consumer fireworks use in Colorado? In this training course, "Fireworks: Don't Get Burned", we will discuss how to safely safely manage commercial and consumer fireworks use in our state. We will learn which codes and regulations are tied to fireworks and how to apply them during licensing, permitting, inspections and enforcement. Finally, resources provided by the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control will be shared to assist our partners in their efforts to make fireworks safer this season. 

Course Objectives: 

1. Understand State vs Local fire authority responsibilities.

2. Know the types of fireworks that are permissible for the general public to buy and use in Colorado.

3. Understand the regulations associated with commercial fireworks operations (ICC and NFPA codes, state and federal laws).

4. Apply the codes and regulations associated with commercial fireworks operations.

Presenters:

Morgan Matthew, Professional Development Unit, CDFPC

Sarah Carter, Professional Development Unit, CDFPC

Additional Information:

ICC Preferred Provider CEU approved.  

This is an in-person training opportunity for all AHJ's .

This training will be located at the West Metro Fire Rescue Training Center located at 3535 S Kipling St. Lakewood CO 80235