Explosives Regulations, 2013

Marginal note:Storage requirements — dwelling

• 357 (1) When consumer fireworks or novelty devices are stored in a dwelling, they must be stored in accordance with package instructions, located in a clean, dry place, away from flammable substances and sources of ignition and in a manner that ensures that access to them is limited to people authorized by the user.

• Marginal note:Storage requirements — storage unit

  (2) When consumer fireworks or novelty devices are stored in a storage unit,

  • (a) the storage unit must be located away from flammable substances and sources of ignition;

  • (b) the interior of the storage unit must be kept clean and dry;

  • (c) the storage unit must be constructed and maintained to prevent unauthorized access and to protect the contents from weather;

  • (d) the storage unit must be attended when unlocked;

  • (e) if the storage unit is a container, it must not impede exit in case of fire;

  • (f) if the storage unit is not a container, all exits must be kept unobstructed;

  • (g) precautions that minimize the likelihood of an ignition or fire in or near the storage unit must be taken; and

  • (h) a sign that displays the words “Danger — Fire Hazard/Risque d’incendie” in letters at least 10 cm high and that prohibits smoking using letters, or a symbol, at least 10 cm high must be posted on the storage unit in a clearly visible location.