STATE OF CALIFORNIA HEALTH, SAFETY & PENAL CODE
12685 - It is unlawful for any person to conduct a public display of fireworks or special effects without possessing a valid permit for this purpose.
12686 - It is unlawful for any person to use any special effects fireworks unless he possesses a pyrotechnics operator license.
12687 - It is unlawful for any person to use any special effects fireworks unless he possesses a pyrotechnics operator license.
12687 - It is unlawful for any person to sell, transfer, give or deliver any special effects to any person not licensed as a pyrotechnic operator.
12323.2 - It is unlawful to make any pyrotechnic device without having a California Manufacturing License issued by The State of California Fire Marshal.
SPECIAL EFFECTS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
The purchase, transportation, storage and use of pyrotechnic compositions such as SPECTRASMOKE™ (and other smoke compounds), flash compounds, bullet hits and similar special effects materials are restricted to licensed pyrotechnic operators.
The license is issued by The State of California Fire Marshal. Only the following classifications quality:
Pyrotechnic Operator, Special Effects First Class
Pyrotechnic Operator, Special Effects Second Class
Pyrotechnic Operator, Theatrical
Pyrotechnic Operator, Performer
Third class may only use the products under the direct supervision
of a First or Second Class operator. Third Class may not purchase, store or
transport. Theatrical trainees may only use products under supervision of Theatrical
Licensee. Trainees may not purchase, store or transport. For further information or
clarification, we suggest you contact The California State Fire Marshal at 916-425-8373.
Or go to their website at: http://www.fire.ca.gov
In addition, you may be required to obtain a permit from the
local jurisdiction in order to use certain special effects materials. For further
information, contact your local fire marshal at your local fire department.
Law enforcement, fire departments and industry are exempt for training purposes. Please contact us for further information.
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