Firework-ing practices

Nov 17 2009 by Our Correspondent, Perthshire Advertiser Tuesday

IN the run-up to November 5, Trading Standards officers from Perth and Kinross Council carried out safety visits to all shops selling fireworks locally.

A total of 18 premises which are registered or licensed to sell fireworks were visited.

Officers checked that each shop had carried out the required risk assessments and that traders were aware of the strict conditions for safe storage of fireworks under the relevant legislation.

Trading Standards were satisfied overall with the need for responsible retailing and the level of awareness of safety requirements.

Advice was given to a number of traders on the requirement to display signs stating it is illegal to sell adult fireworks or sparklers to anyone under 18.

Several traders were also advised on the maximum amount that could be sold to individual customers.