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Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 368
Certificate required 368 (1) A seller may sell special effect pyrotechnics only to a buyer who holds the fireworks operator certificate that is required for use of the pyrotechnics that are to be bought. Licence and certificate required (2) A seller may sell initiation systems or detonating cord only to a buyer who holds a licence and a fireworks operator certificate (special effects pyrotechnician — detonating cord). Exception (3) Despite subsection 1, a seller may sell flash cotton, flash paper, flash string, sparkle string or propellant powder to a buyer who holds neither a licence nor a fireworks operator certificate. Licence required (4) A seller may sell special effect pyrotechnics to a buyer who is not a user only if the buyer holds a licence.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 369
Maximum quantity — licensed buyer 369 (1) A seller must not sell more special effect pyrotechnics 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 special effect pyrotechnics to an unlicensed buyer than the buyer is authorized by this Part to store.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 370
Identification 370 (1) Before selling special effect pyrotechnics, the seller must require the buyer to establish their identity by showing either (a) a piece of identification, issued by the Government of Canada or a provincial, municipal or foreign government, that bears a photograph of the user; or (b) two pieces of identification, each of which sets out the buyer’s name, at least one of which is issued by the Government of Canada or a provincial, municipal or foreign government and at least one of which sets out the buyer’s address. Comparison (2) If the buyer provides a piece of identification that bears a photograph, the seller must, before selling the special effect pyrotechnics, ensure that the photograph is that of the buyer.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 371
Record of sale 371 A seller must keep a record of every sale of special effect pyrotechnics for two years after the date of the sale. The record must include the following information: (a) the buyer’s name and address; (b) if applicable, the number and expiry date of the buyer’s licence and, if applicable, the number and expiry date of the buyer’s fireworks operator certificate; (c) the type and product name of each special effect pyrotechnic sold and the name of the person who obtained its authorization; (d) the quantity of special effect pyrotechnics sold under each product name; (e) a short description of the effects of any explosive article sold; (f) the size of the container in which any propellant powder was sold; and (g) the date of the sale. SOR/2016-75, s. 39; SOR/2018-231, ss. 44(F), 45(E) SOR/2022-121, s. 4
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 372
Acquisition 372 A user who holds neither a fireworks operator certificate nor a licence may acquire, store and use flash cotton, flash paper, flash string and sparkle string.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 373
Storage 373 A user who acquires flash cotton, flash paper, flash string or sparkle string must store it in a dwelling or a storage unit and ensure that the requirements of sections 374, 382 and 383 are met. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 374
Maximum quantity 374 No more than 200 g of flash cotton, 1 kg of flash paper, 200 g of flash string and 200 g of sparkle string may be stored at any one time.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 375
Acquisition 375 (1) A user who holds neither a fireworks operator certificate nor a licence may acquire, store and use percussion caps and propellant powder, if the caps and powder are acquired for use in original or reproduction firearms in an historical re-enactment. Requirements for use (2) A user who acquires percussion caps and propellant powder for an historical re-enactment (a) must have the written approval of the local authority to hold the re-enactment or must be under the supervision of a person who has that approval; and (b) must have experience in the safe use of explosives in historical re-enactments, have completed a course on this use certified by the Minister or be under the supervision of a person who has that experience or has completed such a course. SOR/2016-75, s. 38 SOR/2022-121, s. 4
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 376
Storage 376 A user must store their percussion caps and propellant powder in a dwelling or in a storage unit and ensure that the requirements of sections 377 to 380, 382 and 383 are met. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 377
Percussion caps 377 (1) Percussion caps must be stored in their original packaging. Smokeless powder (2) Smokeless powder must be stored in its original container or in small arms cartridges. Black powder (3) Black powder must be stored in its original container with no more than 500 g of black powder per container, in small arms cartridges or in black powder cartouches. SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 115
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 378
Detached dwellings or site of use 378 The maximum quantity of propellant powder that may be stored at any one time in a detached dwelling, in a storage unit attached to a detached dwelling or in a storage unit at the site of use is 25 kg, of which no more than 10 kg may be black powder. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 379
Other dwellings — smokeless powder 379 (1) The maximum quantity of smokeless powder that may be stored at any one time in a dwelling other than a detached dwelling, or in a storage unit attached to a dwelling other than a detached dwelling, is (a) 20 kg, if all the smokeless powder is in containers that hold no more than 1 kg; or (b) 5 kg, if any of the smokeless powder is in a container that holds more than 1 kg. Other dwellings — black powder (2) The maximum quantity of black powder that may be stored at any one time in a dwelling other than a detached dwelling, or in a storage unit attached to a dwelling other than a detached dwelling, is (a) 1 kg, with no more than 500 g of black powder per container, if the black powder is in original containers; or (b) 3 kg less any quantity that is in containers, if the black powder is in small arms cartridges or black powder cartouches. SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 116
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 380
Detached storage unit 380 The maximum quantity of black powder and smokeless powder that may be stored at any one time in storage units that are not attached to a dwelling and are not at the site of use, whether in a single unit or in several, is 25 kg and 75 kg, respectively. SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 117
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 381
Student in training 381 A user who holds neither a fireworks operating certificate nor a licence and who is taking a college or university course on special effect pyrotechnics that is certified by the Minister may, during their training and while under the supervision of a holder of a fireworks operator certificate (senior pyrotechnician) or a fireworks operator certificate (special effects pyrotechnician), use any special effect pyrotechnics that their supervisor is authorized to use. SOR/2016-75, s. 38
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 382
Storage requirements — dwelling 382 (1) When special effect pyrotechnics 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 special effect pyrotechnics 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 it is 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) any shelving in the storage unit must be made from a non-sparking material (for example, wood or painted metal); (h) nothing other than special effect pyrotechnics may be stored in the storage unit; (i) propellant powder, firework accessories and other special effect pyrotechnics must be stored separately from one another (for example, on different shelves or separated by a wooden barrier); (j) precautions that minimize the likelihood of an ignition or fire in or near the storage unit must be taken; and (k) 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. (l) [Repealed, SOR/2024-77, s. 118] SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 118
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 383
Storage — site of use 383 (1) When special effect pyrotechnics are stored in a storage unit at the site of use, the unit must be made from, or lined with, a non-sparking material, marked with the words “Pyrotechnics/ Pièces pyrotechniques ” and kept locked. Nothing other than special effect pyrotechnics may be stored in the storage unit. Location of storage unit (2) The storage unit must be kept away from other flammable substances and sources of ignition and in an area that is not accessible to the public. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 384
Instructions 384 (1) A user must, when using special effect pyrotechnics, follow the instructions of the pyrotechnician in charge. Prohibited use (2) A user must not use special effect pyrotechnics if they show any signs of deterioration (for example, discoloration or a vinegary smell). Electric match (3) A user must not use an electric match to ignite flash cotton, flash paper, flash string or sparkle string. SOR/2016-75, s. 32 SOR/2024-77, s. 119
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 385
License holder 385 A person who does not hold a fireworks operator certificate may acquire and store special effect pyrotechnics if they hold a licence. They must store their special effect pyrotechnics in the magazine specified in their licence.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 386
Types of certificate 386 The fireworks operator certificates issued by the Minister that are required for the use of special effect pyrotechnics are the following: (a) fireworks operator certificate (pyrotechnician); (b) fireworks operator certificate (senior pyrotechnician); (c) fireworks operator certificate (special effects pyrotechnician); (d) fireworks operator certificate (special effects pyrotechnician — detonating cord); and (e) fireworks operator certificate (visitor pyrotechnician). SOR/2016-75, s. 38
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 387
Pyrotechnician 387 (1) To obtain a fireworks operator certificate (pyrotechnician), a person must successfully complete the special effects pyrotechnics safety and legal awareness course offered by the Explosives Regulatory Division, Department of Natural Resources or a course certified as equivalent by the Minister. Senior pyrotechnician (2) To obtain a fireworks operator certificate (senior pyrotechnician), a person must have acted as a pyrotechnician for two years and must be able to safely use explosives that are classified as type F.3 and propellant powder. Special effects pyrotechnician (3) To obtain a fireworks operator certificate (special effects pyrotechnician), a person must have acted as a senior pyrotechnician for two years and must be able to safely use explosives that are classified as type F.3, propellant powder and special purpose pyrotechnics. Special effects pyrotechnician — detonating cord (4) To obtain a fireworks operators certificate (special effects pyrotechnician — detonating cord), a person must have a fireworks operator certificate (special effects pyrotechnician) and must be able to safely use initiation systems and detonating cords. Visitor pyrotechnician (5) To obtain a fireworks operator certificate (visitor pyrotechnician), a person must reside outside Canada and have the necessary experience using special effect pyrotechnics to safely carry out the activities of a holder of a fireworks operator certificate (pyrotechnician). SOR/2016-75, s. 38
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 388
n to participate in Canada and the dates of the events; and (f) the name, telephone number and number of the fireworks operator certificate of the pyrotechnician in charge at each event in which they plan to participate. Fees (6) An applicant for a fireworks operator certificate or a modification to or change of a certificate must pay the applicable fees set out in Part 19. SOR/2016-75, s. 38; SOR/2018-231, s. 35 SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 120
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 389
Acquisition 389 A user may acquire and store special effect pyrotechnics, whether or not they hold a licence, if they hold a fireworks operator certificate with the endorsements required for the use of the pyrotechnics to be acquired. However, a user who does not hold a licence must not acquire initiation systems or detonating cords. A user who acquires special effect pyrotechnics must comply with this subdivision. SOR/2024-77, s. 121
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 390
Storage — licensed user 390 (1) A user who holds a licence must store their special effect pyrotechnics in the magazine specified in their licence. Exception (2) Despite subsection (1), a user who holds a licence may store up to 500 electric matches and up to 25 kg of other special effect pyrotechnics in a dwelling or a storage unit. A user who does so must ensure that the requirements of sections 393 to 397 are met. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 391
Storage — unlicensed user 391 A user who does not hold a licence must store their special effect pyrotechnics in a dwelling or a storage unit and ensure that the requirements of sections 392 to 397 are met. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 392
Maximum quantity 392 No more than 500 electric matches and 25 kg of other special effect pyrotechnics may be stored at any one time.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 393
Smokeless powder 393 (1) Smokeless powder must be stored in its original container or in small arms cartridges. Black powder (2) Black powder must be stored in its original container, in small arms cartridges or in black powder cartouches.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 394
Detached dwelling 394 The maximum quantity of propellant powder that may be stored at any one time in a detached dwelling, or in a storage unit attached to a detached dwelling, is 25 kg of which no more than 10 kg may be black powder. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 395
Other dwellings — smokeless powder 395 (1) The maximum quantity of smokeless powder that may be stored at any one time in a dwelling other than a detached dwelling, or in a storage unit that is attached to a dwelling other than a detached dwelling, is (a) 20 kg, if all the smokeless powder is in containers that hold no more than 1 kg; or (b) 5 kg, if any of the smokeless powder is in a container that holds more than 1 kg. Other dwellings — black powder (2) The maximum quantity of black powder that may be stored at any one time in a dwelling other than a detached dwelling, or in a storage unit that is attached to a dwelling other than a detached dwelling, is (a) 1 kg, if the black powder is in containers; and (b) 3 kg less any quantity that is in containers, if the black powder is in small arms cartridges or black powder cartouches. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 396
Detached storage unit 396 The maximum quantity of propellant powder that a user may store at any one time in a storage unit that is not attached to a dwelling, whether in a single unit or in several, is 75 kg. SOR/2022-121, s. 4
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 397
Storage requirements — dwelling 397 (1) When special effect pyrotechnics 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 special effect pyrotechnics 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 it is 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) any shelving in the storage unit must be made from a non-sparking material (for example, wood or painted metal); (h) nothing other than special effect pyrotechnics may be stored in the storage unit; (i) propellant powder, firework accessories and other special effect pyrotechnics must be stored separately from one another (for example, on different shelves or separated by a wooden barrier); (j) precautions that minimize the likelihood of an ignition or fire in or near the storage unit must be taken; and (k) 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. (l) [Repealed, SOR/2024-77, s. 122] SOR/2022-121, s. 4 SOR/2024-77, s. 122
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 398
398 (1) and (2) [Repealed, SOR/2018-231, s. 36] Storage — site of use (3) Any storage unit at the site of use must be located in an area that is not accessible to the public. Storage — in magazine (4) Special effect pyrotechnics that are not stored in a locked storage unit must be stored in a magazine. Pyrotechnics to be attended (5) Special effect pyrotechnics must be attended when they are not in a storage unit or a magazine. SOR/2018-231, s. 36 SOR/2022-121, s. 4
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 399
Pyrotechnician and visitor pyrotechnician 399 A user who holds a fireworks operator certificate (pyrotechnician) or a fireworks operator certificate (visitor pyrotechnician) may use the following explosives: (a) explosives that are classified as type F.3, type S.1 or type S.2 and whose use by pyrotechnicians or visitor pyrotechnicians has been authorized by the Chief Inspector of Explosives under section 32 or 33 as well as all fireworks accessories; (b) smokeless powder; (c) explosives classified as type F.3, other than those referred to in paragraph (a), and black powder, but only under the direct supervision of a senior pyrotechnician or special effects pyrotechnician; (d) special purpose pyrotechnics, but only under the direct supervision of a special effects pyrotechnician; and (e) initiation systems and detonating cord, but only under the direct supervision of a special effects pyrotechnician who holds a fireworks operating certificate (special effects pyrotechnician — detonating cord). SOR/2024-77, s. 123
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 400
Senior pyrotechnician 400 A user who holds a fireworks operator certificate (senior pyrotechnician) may use the following explosives: (a) explosives classified as type F.3, type S.1 or type S.2, fireworks accessories, black powder and smokeless powder; (b) special purpose pyrotechnics, but only under the direct supervision of a special effects pyrotechnician; and (c) initiation systems and detonating cords, but only under the direct supervision of a special effects pyrotechnician who holds a fireworks operating certificate (special effects pyrotechnician — detonating cord). SOR/2024-77, s. 124
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 401
Special effects pyrotechnician 401 (1) A user who holds a fireworks operator certificate (special effects pyrotechnician) may (a) assemble at the site of use and use special purpose pyrotechnics, explosives classified as type F.3, type S.1 or type S.2, fireworks accessories, black powder and smokeless powder; and (b) use initiation systems and detonating cords, but only under the direct supervision of a special effects pyrotechnician who holds a fireworks operating certificate (special effects pyrotechnician — detonating cord). Special effects pyrotechnician — detonating cord (2) A user who holds a fireworks operator certificate (special effects pyrotechnician — detonating cord) may (a) assemble at the site of use and use special purpose pyrotechnics, explosives classified as type F.3, type S.1 or type S.2, fireworks accessories, black powder and smokeless powder; and (b) use initiation systems and detonating cords. SOR/2024-77, s. 125
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 402
Pyrotechnician in charge 402 (1) Every organizer of a pyrotechnic event must ensure that the event is supervised by a pyrotechnician in charge. Responsibilities (2) The pyrotechnician in charge must ensure that the event is carried out safely and that the requirements of sections 403 to 408 are complied with.
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 403
Plan 403 (1) A pyrotechnic event plan must be prepared in writing and kept for two years after the date of the pyrotechnic event. The plan must include the following information: (a) the name of the pyrotechnician in charge and the number and expiry date of their fireworks operator certificate; (b) a description of the site of the event, including the placement of the special effect pyrotechnics, the proximity of the audience and the location of every exit, every storage area for the pyrotechnics and every smoke detector that may be triggered by the pyrotechnics used in the event; (c) the type and product name of each special effect pyrotechnic that will be used and name of the person who obtained its authorization; (d) a description of each special effect pyrotechnic; (e) the anticipated height, duration and fallout effect of the effects of each special effect pyrotechnic; (f) a description of the anticipated effects of each special purpose pyrotechnic; (g) the method and sequence of firing the special effect pyrotechnics; and (h) an assessment of the likelihood of harm to people or property resulting from the use of the special effect pyrotechnics. Approval (2) The plan must be submitted to the local authority. The written approval of the local authority to hold the pyrotechnic event must be obtained before the event takes place. Safety meetings (3) Meetings must be held with the people who will participate in presenting the pyrotechnic event (for example, security guards, artists and technicians) to inform them of the special effect pyrotechnics that will be used and the safety precautions to be taken during the event. Subsequent meetings must be held if the event is changed in a way that increases the likelihood of harm to people or property resulting from the use of the pyrotechnics. SOR/2016-75, s. 39; SOR/2018-231, s. 44(F) SOR/2022-121, s. 4
Explosives Regulations, 2013 — 404
Fallout zone 404 (1) A fallout zone must be established, taking into account the properties of the special effect pyrotechnics to be used, how they will be positioned, the instructions of the person who obtained their authorization, the weather conditions if the pyrotechnic event is to be held outdoors and the likelihood of harm to people or property resulting from the use of the pyrotechnics. Flammables (2) The fallout zone must not contain any flammables or other items that are likely to catch fire. Access (3) Only people authorized by the pyrotechnician in charge may enter or be in the fallout zone from the time any special effect pyrotechnics are brought into the zone until the pyrotechnician in charge declares the zone to be free of explosives. No smoking (4) Smoking must be prohibited in the fallout zone. SOR/2016-75, s. 33 SOR/2024-77, s. 126