Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for fireworks displays
- Discuss issues associated with the use and operation of fireworks for displays with relevant personnel
- Establish manual and electric firing techniques for fireworks in line with current industry practices
- Identify fireworks from physical features and markings
- Take account of dangers and safety issues associated with pre-preparing fireworks on-site and off-site
- Follow procedures for the transport and storage of fireworks according to state or territory regulatory requirements
- Set up fireworks displays
- Determine the integrity of fireworks and their suitability for sites
- Establish and manage exclusion zones and control measures for sites
- Implement site safety measures that meet regulatory requirements and manage risk
- Supervise the set-up of equipment and fireworks according to safety management systems
- Monitor environmental factors to ensure safety
- Operate fireworks
- Instigate immediate pre-display activities in relation to health and safety according to state or territory regulatory requirements
- Safely initiate fireworks in line with current industry practices
- Maintain control of displays through monitoring and supervising others as required
- Take appropriate action where problems are identified
- Supervise operations in ways that foster cohesion in the work team
- Finalise work operations