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Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 340
Sales establishment – requirements 340 A seller must ensure that their sales establishment meets the following requirements: (a) it has at least two unobstructed exits; (b) all aisles containing consumer fireworks are at least 1.2 m wide and not blocked at either end; and (c) all aisles containing novelty devices are at least 1.2 m wide and not blocked at either end. SOR/2024-77, s. 98
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 341
Retail sales establishment 341 (1) The sales establishment of a retailer who does not hold a licence may be permanent (located in a permanent structure) or temporary (located in a tent, trailer or other temporary shelter). Requirements (2) Whether the establishment is permanent or temporary, the retailer must ensure that (a) the sales establishment is protected from unauthorized access when it is not open for business; and (b) all places where consumer fireworks or novelty devices are stored, whether inside or outside the establishment, must be at least 100 m from all above-ground storage tanks for flammable substances in bulk and at least 8 m from the following: (i) fuel dispensers at a fuel dispensing station, (ii) retail propane-dispensing tanks and cylinders, (iii) above-ground storage tanks for flammable substances, and (iv) dispensing facilities for compressed natural gas. Temporary sales establishment (3) If the sales establishment is temporary, the retailer must also ensure that (a) all places where consumer fireworks are stored, whether inside or outside the establishment, are at least 8 m from all flammable materials, sources of ignition, thoroughfares, buildings or other temporary sales establishments and at least 3 m from any vehicle parking area; (b) the consumer fireworks are attended at all times; and (c) if the sales establishment selling consumer fireworks or novelty devices is a tent, the tent is made from flame-retardant material. SOR/2016-75, s. 28(E) SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 99
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 342
Licence holder 342 (1) A seller who holds a licence must store all their consumer fireworks in the magazine specified in their licence and ensure that the requirements respecting consumer fireworks in sections 343 to 345, 345.2 and 346 are met. Unlicensed retailer (2) A retailer who does not hold a licence must store their consumer fireworks in a sales establishment other than a dwelling and ensure that the requirements respecting consumer fireworks in sections 343 to 345, 345.2, 346, 348 and 349 are met. SOR/2024-77, s. 100
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 342.1
Novelty devices unlicensed retailer 342.1 A retailer must store their novelty devices in a sales establishment other than a dwelling and ensure that the requirements respecting novelty devices in sections 345.1, 345.2, 346.1, 348 and 349 are met. SOR/2024-77, s. 100
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 343
Handling 343 Consumer fireworks may be handled by a buyer only after they have been sold, unless they are in consumer packs that meet the requirements of section 345 or in packaging or containers that comply with the safety standards for means of containment under the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, 1992 .
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 344
Non-aerial consumer fireworks 344 (1) Non-aerial consumer fireworks (flares, fountains, snakes, ground spinners, strobe pots, wheels and ground whistles) may be displayed for sale only if they are (a) kept behind a sales counter; (b) locked up (for example, in a cabinet); (c) in consumer packs that meet the requirements of section 345; or (d) in packaging or containers that comply with the safety standards for means of containment under the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, 1992 . Aerial consumer fireworks (2) Aerial consumer fireworks may be displayed for sale only if they are (a) kept behind a sales counter; (b) locked up (for example, in a cabinet); or (c) in packaging or containers that comply with the safety standards for means of containment under the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, 1992 . Non-aerial consumer and aerial consumer fireworks (3) Non-aerial consumer and aerial consumer fireworks may be displayed for sale only if they are displayed in accordance with section 346. SOR/2013-211, s. 506; SOR/2016-75, s. 29 SOR/2024-77, s. 101(E)
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 345
Adequate consumer pack — fireworks 345 For the purposes of this Part, a consumer pack of consumer fireworks must meet the following requirements: (a) it must be of sufficient strength to withstand normal handling; (b) it must be designed so that it prevents a person who is handling it from being able to ignite the consumer fireworks it contains; (c) it must be designed so that it prevents any shifting of the consumer fireworks during handling or transportation; and (d) the product name of all consumer fireworks in the pack must be printed on it, along with the words “Non-aerial Fireworks/ Pièces pyrotechniques non aériennes ”, in a location that is clearly visible. SOR/2016-75, s. 39; SOR/2018-231, s. 44(F) SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 102
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 345.1
Adequate consumer pack — novelty devices 345.1 For the purposes of this Part, a consumer pack of novelty devices must meet the following requirements: (a) it must be of sufficient strength to withstand normal handling; (b) it must be designed so that it prevents a person who is handling it from being able to ignite the novelty devices it contains; and (c) it must be designed so that it prevents any shifting of the novelty devices during handling or transportation. SOR/2024-77, s. 103
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 345.2
Reuse of packaging 345.2 A seller must ensure that any packaging or container that has been used for consumer fireworks or novelty devices is not reused unless (a) the transport classification of the consumer fireworks or novelty devices to be transported remains unchanged; (b) the consumer fireworks or novelty devices to be transported are arranged in the packaging or container so as to minimize their movement during transport; (c) the packaging or container is closed for transport in the same manner as it was for its first use; (d) the mass of the consumer fireworks or novelty devices is equal to or less than the mass of the consumer fireworks or novelty devices during the first use of the packaging or container; and (e) the packaging or container shows no signs of damage, contamination or reduced strength. SOR/2024-77, s. 103
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 346
Requirements for display 346 When consumer fireworks are displayed for sale, the following requirements must be met: (a) non-aerial fireworks in consumer packs that meet the requirements of section 345 or in packaging or containers that comply with the safety standards for means of containment under the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, 1992 must be separated into lots of 100 kg or less; (b) aerial fireworks in packaging or containers that comply with the safety standards for means of containment under the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, 1992 must be separated into lots of 100 kg or less; (c) all other fireworks, whether aerial or non-aerial, must be separated into lots of 25 kg or less; (d) each lot must be separated from the other lots by a fire break; (e) the fireworks must be kept away from flammable substances and sources of ignition; (f) the fireworks must not be exposed to heat or dampness that might cause them to deteriorate; (g) the fireworks must be separated from the ceiling and from any fire prevention system by at least 0.6 m; (h) only people authorized by the retailer may have access to the area behind a sales counter; (i) smoking must be prohibited within 8 m of the fireworks; and (j) the fireworks must be attended when the sales establishment is unlocked. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 346.1
Novelty devices — displayed for sale 346.1 When novelty devices are displayed for sale, the following requirements must be met: (a) the novelty devices must be separated into lots of 25 kg or less; (b) each lot must be separated from the other lots by a fire break; (c) the novelty devices must be kept away from flammable substances and sources of ignition; and (d) the novelty devices must not be exposed to heat or dampness that might cause them to deteriorate. SOR/2024-77, s. 104
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 347
Exception 347 Sections 345.1 and 346.1 do not apply to sparklers or toy pistol caps. SOR/2024-77, s. 104
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 348
Maximum quantity 348 (1) No more than 1 000 kg of consumer fireworks or novelty devices may be stored in a sales establishment at any one time, including consumer fireworks or novelty devices that are displayed for sale. If the sales establishment is located in a building that contains a dwelling, no more than 100 kg of consumer fireworks or novelty devices may be stored at any one time, including consumer fireworks or novelty devices that are displayed for sale. Place of storage (2) Consumer fireworks or novelty devices that are not displayed for sale must be stored in a storage unit. SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 104
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 349
Storage requirements — storage unit 349 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. SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 104
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 350
Maximum quantity — licensed buyer 350 (1) A seller must not sell more consumer fireworks to a licensed buyer than the buyer is authorized by their licence to store. Maximum quantity — unlicensed buyer (2) A seller must not sell more consumer fireworks or novelty devices to an unlicensed buyer than the buyer is authorized by this Division to store. SOR/2024-77, s. 105
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 351
Retailer 351 A retailer may sell only to users.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 352
Copy of rules 352 (1) A distributor who sells consumer fireworks to a retailer must offer the retailer a copy of this Division. Table (2) A seller who sells consumer fireworks to a user must offer the user either a copy of the table at the end of this Part or a document that includes the same information. The copy of the table or the document may be provided by electronic means, such as a QR code. (3) [Repealed, SOR/2024-77, s. 106] SOR/2024-77, s. 106
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 353
Record of sale 353 A seller must keep a record of every sale of 150 kg or more of consumer fireworks or novelty devices, or of consumer fireworks and novelty devices combined, for two years after the date of the sale. The record must include the following information: (a) the buyer’s name and address; (b) in the case of a licensed buyer, the licence number and expiry date; (c) the product name of each consumer firework or novelty device sold and the name of the person who obtained its authorization; (d) the quantity of consumer fireworks or novelty devices sold under each product name; (e) in the case of a sale by a distributor, an indication of whether the consumer fireworks or novelty devices were purchased for re-sale or for use; and (f) the date of the sale. SOR/2016-75, s. 39; SOR/2018-231, ss. 44(F), 45(E) SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 107
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 354
Acquisition 354 (1) A user who is at least 18 years old may acquire, store and use consumer fireworks, whether or not they hold a licence. A user who acquires consumer fireworks must comply with this Division. Acquisition — novelty devices (1.1) A user who is at least 16 years old may acquire, store and use novelty devices, whether or not they hold a licence. A user who acquires novelty devices must comply with this Division. Toy pistol caps (2) A user who is less than 16 years old may acquire and use toy pistol caps. SOR/2024-77, s. 108
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 355
Storage — licensed user 355 (1) A user who holds a licence must store their consumer fireworks in the magazine specified in the licence. Storage — unlicensed user (2) A user who does not hold a licence must store their consumer fireworks in a dwelling or a storage unit and ensure that the requirements of sections 356 and 357 are met. Storage of novelty devices — unlicensed user (3) A user who does not hold a licence must store their novelty devices in a dwelling or a storage unit and ensure that the requirements of sections 356 and 357 respecting novelty devices are met. SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 109
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 356
Maximum quantity — dwelling 356 (1) The maximum quantity of consumer fireworks or novelty devices, or of consumer fireworks and novelty devices combined, that may be stored at any one time in a dwelling is 10 kg. Maximum quantity — storage unit (2) The maximum quantity of consumer fireworks or novelty devices that may be stored at any one time in storage units, whether in a single unit or in several, is as follows: (a) 1 000 kg of consumer fireworks; (b) 1 000 kg of novelty devices; or (c) 1 000 kg of consumer fireworks and novelty devices combined. SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 110
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 357
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. 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. SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 110
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 358
Instructions — consumer fireworks 358 (1) When using consumer fireworks, a user, other than a certified display supervisor or a display assistant under the direct supervision of a certified display supervisor, must follow the instructions provided on the label of the consumer fireworks, and if there are no such instructions, the consumer fireworks must not be used except by a certified display supervisor or a display assistant under the direct supervision of a certified display supervisor. Instructions — novelty devices (1.1) When using novelty devices, a user must follow the instructions on the packaging, and if there are no such instructions, the novelty devices must not be used. Electric match (2) A user, other than a certified display supervisor or a display assistant under the direct supervision of a certified display supervisor, must not use an electric match to fire consumer fireworks. No smoking (3) A user must not smoke, and must prohibit all others from smoking, within 8 m of the site of use of the fireworks. SOR/2016-75, s. 30 SOR/2024-77, s. 111
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 358.1
Consumer fireworks — electric match 358.1 (1) A certified display supervisor or a display assistant under the direct supervision of a certified display supervisor may use an electric match to fire consumer fireworks. Consumer fireworks — hybrid show (2) Consumer fireworks may be used by a certified display supervisor or by a display assistant under the direct supervision of a certified display supervisor as a component of a hybrid show containing both consumer fireworks and display fireworks. Fireworks accessories (type F.4) — hybrid show (3) Fireworks accessories (type F.4) may be used by a certified display supervisor or by a display assistant under the direct supervision of a certified display supervisor to fire consumer fireworks as a component of a hybrid show containing both consumer fireworks and display fireworks. SOR/2024-77, s. 112
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 359
User under 18 years old 359 (1) A user who is under the age of 18 may use consumer fireworks if they are supervised by a person who is at least 18 years old. User under 16 years old (1.1) A user who is under the age of 16 may use novelty devices if they are supervised by a person who is at least 18 years old. Supervision (2) A person who acquires consumer fireworks may give them to a user who is under the age of 18 if the person ensures that the user is supervised by a person who is at least 18 years old. Supervision — novelty devices (3) A person who acquires novelty devices may give them to a user who is under the age of 16 if the person ensures that the user is supervised by a person who is at least 18 years old. SOR/2024-77, s. 113
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 359.1
Reuse of packaging 359.1 A user must ensure that any packaging or container that has been used for consumer fireworks or novelty devices is not reused unless (a) the transport classification of the consumer fireworks or novelty devices to be transported remains unchanged; (b) the consumer fireworks or novelty devices to be transported are arranged in the packaging or container so as to minimize their movement during transport; (c) the packaging or container is closed for transport in the same manner as it was for its first use; (d) the mass of the consumer fireworks or novelty devices is equal to or less than the mass of the consumer fireworks or novelty devices during the first use of the packaging or container; and (e) the packaging or container shows no signs of damage, contamination or reduced strength. SOR/2024-77, s. 114
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 360
Overview 360 This Part authorizes the acquisition, storage and sale of special effect pyrotechnics and regulates their use. Division 1 sets out rules for sellers. Division 2 sets out rules for users and other acquirers and indicates how to obtain a fireworks operator certificate.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 361
Definitions 361 The following definitions apply in this Part. black powder means an explosive classified as type P.1. ( poudre noire ) licence means a licence that authorizes the storage of the type of pyrotechnics to be sold or acquired. ( licence ) propellant powder means black powder and smokeless powder. ( poudre propulsive ) pyrotechnic event means an event at which special effect pyrotechnics are used and includes a film or television production in which special effect pyrotechnics are used. ( activité pyrotechnique ) special effect pyrotechnics means, in addition to any explosive classified as type F.3, the following types of explosive if it will be used to produce a special effect in a film or television production or a performance before a live audience: (a) fireworks accessories (type F.4); (b) black powder and hazard category PE 1 black powder substitutes (type P.1); (c) smokeless powder and hazard category PE 3 black powder substitutes (type P.2); (d) initiation systems (type I) (for example, blasting accessories); (e) detonating cord (type E.1); and (f) low-hazard special purpose explosives (Type S.1) and high-hazard special purpose explosives (Type S.2). ( pièce pyrotechnique à effets spéciaux ) smokeless powder means an explosive classified as type P.2. ( poudre sans fumée ) special purpose pyrotechnics means special effect pyrotechnics that are combined with a flammable liquid, solid or gas to produce custom-made special effects. ( pièce pyrotechnique à usage particulier ) user means a person who acquires special effect pyrotechnics for use, which includes setting them up and firing them. ( utilisateur ) SOR/2018-231, s. 33 SOR/2022-121, s. 4
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licence means a licence that authorizes the storage of the type of pyrotechnics to be sold or acquired. ( licence )
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pyrotechnic event means an event at which special effect pyrotechnics are used and includes a film or television production in which special effect pyrotechnics are used. ( activité pyrotechnique )
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special effect pyrotechnics means, in addition to any explosive classified as type F.3, the following types of explosive if it will be used to produce a special effect in a film or television production or a performance before a live audience: (a) fireworks accessories (type F.4); (b) black powder and hazard category PE 1 black powder substitutes (type P.1); (c) smokeless powder and hazard category PE 3 black powder substitutes (type P.2); (d) initiation systems (type I) (for example, blasting accessories); (e) detonating cord (type E.1); and (f) low-hazard special purpose explosives (Type S.1) and high-hazard special purpose explosives (Type S.2). ( pièce pyrotechnique à effets spéciaux )
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special purpose pyrotechnics means special effect pyrotechnics that are combined with a flammable liquid, solid or gas to produce custom-made special effects. ( pièce pyrotechnique à usage particulier )
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user means a person who acquires special effect pyrotechnics for use, which includes setting them up and firing them. ( utilisateur )
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 362
Pyrotechnics quantity 362 A reference to the mass of a special effect pyrotechnic in this Part is a reference to its gross mass (the mass of the pyrotechnic plus the mass of any packing or container) except in the case of propellant powder, where it is a reference to its net quantity (the mass of the powder excluding the mass of any packaging or container and, in the case of an explosive article, also excluding any component that is not an explosive substance). SOR/2022-121, s. 4(E)
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 363
Prohibition on use 363 Except as authorized by this Part, it is prohibited for a person to use special effect pyrotechnics.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 364
Acquisition 364 A seller may acquire, store and sell special effect pyrotechnics if they hold a licence. A seller who acquires special effect pyrotechnics must comply with this Division.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 365
Storage 365 (1) A seller must store their special effect pyrotechnics in the magazine specified in their licence. (2) [Repealed, SOR/2018-231, s. 34] SOR/2018-231, s. 34
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 366
No display for sale 366 A seller must not display special effect pyrotechnics for sale.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 367
Transfer of powder 367 A seller must not transfer propellant powder from one container to another for the purpose of sale unless their licence authorizes them to do so.