What are the dangers of minors playing with fireworks?

Can children play with fireworks?

Risk of burns and explosions: Children may panic when encountering rapidly burning fuses, fail to avoid them correctly, and easily get burned by flying sparks on their hands or face; some inferior fireworks may misfire, causing fragments to scratch or injure eyes. Explosions caused by incorrect handling: Curious children might disassemble fireworks or lean in closely to inspect burning fuses, leading to close-range explosions. Fire hazards: Children running around while setting off fireworks can

Relevant national safety regulations clearly state that fireworks are flammable and explosive hazardous materials. Minors lack sufficient self-protection and emergency response capabilities, making unaccompanied use highly prone to safety incidents. Infants under 6 years old: Complete avoidance of all fireworks is recommended due to poor motor control, risk of grabbing burning fuses, and potential psychological distress from bright lights and loud noises. Children aged 6-12: May only use cold spark handheld wands or small cake fireworks, with parents holding and lighting them directly; self-lighting or approaching large fountain fireworks is prohibited. Teenagers over 12: May watch small ground fountains from a distance under parental supervision; independently lighting aerial shells, high-power firecrackers, snap crackers, or friction matches is strictly forbidden. What guidelines must parents follow when supervising children with fireworks? Maintain close proximity without distraction (no phones or chatting); keep children within sight at all times. Choose open outdoor areas away from buildings, bushes, and power lines. Parents should ignite fireworks while children stand upwind at least 3 meters away. If a firework fails to ignite, children must not approach it; wait over 15 minutes before extinguishing with water.