153Use of flash powder

153 Use of flash powder

(1) A pyrotechnician who uses flash powder must not—

(a) mix the flash powder with any other substance; or

(b) use a flash pot which has an opening that is less than 5 times the depth of the pot; or

(c) subject the flash powder to vibration; or

(d) initiate the flash powder by any means other than an electrical firing system.

(2) A pyrotechnician using a flash pot for the discharge of flash powder must ensure that—

(a) the flash pot is not positioned near any entrances, exits or escape routes from the stage of a theatre; and

(b) the flash pot is positioned at least 3 m from—

(i) any flammable material; and

(ii) all persons.

(3) A pyrotechnician initiating flash powder must—

(a) have a clear view of the area in which the flash powder is to be used; and

(b) not initiate the flash powder without first ensuring, so far as is reasonably practicable, that, having regard to all the circumstances, it is safe to do so.

Division 3—Management of firework displays