Diwali Firecrackers Safety Tips: The festival of Diwali brings happiness and excitement for children, but it also comes with some responsibilities, especially for parents. Accidents caused by firecrackers often occur due to carelessness or lack of knowledge. Therefore, it is important that safety should not be ignored in the joy of Diwali. Here are some important precautions that parents should take while bursting crackers with their children.
1. Do not leave children alone: Never leave children alone to burn crackers. Always burn crackers under the supervision of an adult.
2. Keep safety equipment close by: Keep a bucket of water, sand or a fire extinguisher nearby. Immediately put the burnt crackers in water.
3. Dress appropriately: Make children wear cotton clothes, not synthetic or nylon. Avoid loose clothes or scarf etc., which can catch fire.
4. Use low noise and eco-friendly firecrackers: Give preference to ‘green crackers’ or low noise crackers. This protects the health of both the environment and children.
5. Choose the right place to burn crackers: Burn crackers in an open field or courtyard. Never burn firecrackers in a closed room, near a vehicle or under electrical wires.
6. Inform children about the correct use of firecrackers: Explain to them how to burn sparkler, chakri or pomegranate. Do not touch or go near burning firecrackers.
7. Protect eyes and ears: Make children wear safety glasses and earplugs. It is very important to protect them from loud noises and sparks.
8. Stop playing with crackers or throwing them at others: This is not only dangerous, but may also be illegal.