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ALABAMA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal
201 Monroe Street, Suite 1790
Montgomery, AL 36104
Mailing: P.O. Box 303352
Montgomery, AL 36130
Tel: 334-241-4166
Fax:334-241-4158
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: www.aldoi.gov
State Fireworks Law:
State Fireworks Regulation(s):
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 1123 / 1126 / 160
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display Permit Required: Yes, $60.00 Public Display, $120.00 Proximate, all fees
doubled if submitted 10 days or less from display date.
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence) - $1 Million
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required: No
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other – Statutory
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state: No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: Yes, $2,404 ($4.00 included
fee)
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: Yes – Varies by location
● Permit Filing Period for Local: Varies by location, 10 to 30 days
● Permit Filing Period for State: Minimum of 10 days
● State Bond Required: No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: Lead Tech 21
● Minimum of Documented displays: Must show evidence of 2 displays every 2 years
● Minimum Experience: 8 shows to qualify for Lead Technician
● Letters of Recommendation: No
● Written Test Required: Yes (only on initial application)
● Minimum Passing Score: 75%
● New Operator License Fee: $120.00 (apply online only)
● Renewal Operator License Fee: $120.00 (apply online only)
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: 2 years
OTHER:
ALASKA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
5700 E. Tudor Rd
Anchorage, AK 99507
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Tel: (907) 269-5511
Fax: (907) 269-5018
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: dps.alaska.gov
State Fireworks Law: IFC Chapter 56
State Fireworks Regulation(s): AS 18.72.020-40, 13AAC 50.025(74-84)
State Fireworks Codes Referenced ( NFPA 1123 / 1124)
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? YES
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence)$1M
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No)
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
YES
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? YES
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? 14 Days
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? 14 Days
● State Bond Required (Yes or No)
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21
● Minimum of Documented displays: 6 shows in 3 years
● Minimum Experience: 1 Hand Fired
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? Every 3 Years
● Minimum Passing Score: 90%
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) None
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) None
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator 3 years
OTHER:
ARIZONA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal
Department of Forestry & Fire Management
1110 W. Washington Street #100
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Tel: 602-771-1400
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://dffm.az.gov/
State Fireworks Law: Arizona Revised Statute 36-1606
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 1123 / 1124 and 2012 International Fire Code
State Fireworks Requirements
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● Public Display Permit Required: Varies by Community
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage - Varies $1 to $10 Million per
occurrence
● HazMat Transportation Insurance: MCS – 90 per USDOT
● State Transportation Permit Required: No
● Worker Compensation Insurance: Statutory
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state: No
● Wholesale/Retail License to purchase or sell products in the state: Fed ATF and Local
Approval
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: Varies by location
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior: Varies by location
● Permit Filing Period for State: N/A
● State Bond Required: Yes, Depending on the location
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 18 (Statutory Federal Law regarding Hazmat)
● Minimum of Documented displays: N/A
● Minimum Experience: N/A
● Letters of Recommendation: No
● Written Test Required: No
● Minimum Passing Score: N/A
● New Operator License Fee: N/A
● Renewal Operator License Fee: N/A
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: N/A
OTHER:
● As of 2021, the jurisdictions of Phoenix and Tucson have display operator licensing
requirements. Some AHJ’s require one of the Arizona jurisdiction licenses or in some
cases, an equivalent license or certification from an acceptable out of state agency.
ARKANSAS:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
Arkansas State Police
Fire Marshal Division
1 State Police Plaza Dr.
Little Rock, AR 72209
Tel: 501-618-8624
Fax:
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: www.dps.arkansas.gov/law-enforcement
State Fireworks Law: 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code/Volume 1-Fire-Chapter 56-
International Fire Code
State Fireworks Regulation(s): ACA Fireworks Statute 20-22-(701 to 717)
State Fireworks Codes Referenced (ie NFPA 1123 / 1124) NFPA 1123 & 1124
State Fireworks Requirements
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● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? Yes, $50, also
application must be accompanied by approval of local AHJ as well
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence) Bond or COI
required but no specific amount specified, other than what is “deemed adequate by the
Fire Official”. Insurance Certificate sent with application to state
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M) Does not
specify, however Port of Entries require DOT amounts specifically
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No) No
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other Does not specify
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
Yes, see license fees on next page
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? Domiciled companies are typically deemed Distributors
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No) Yes
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
Yes, based on each community
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? Yes, determined by each
municipality
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? Yes, 5 days
● State Bond Required (Yes or No) Bond or Insurance
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21
● Minimum of Documented displays: 5 displays
● Minimum Experience: 5 displays
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom None
required, except verification of training class
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? n/a
● Minimum Passing Score: n/a
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) Yes, $50
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) Yes, $50
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator every 5 years, shooters are required to keep a
record of all shows in which they participate
OTHER:
Fireworks License Fees set for State of Arkansas below:
Manufacturer - $1,000.00
Importer - $750.00
Distributor - $500.00
Jobber - $100.00
Retailer - $25.00
Shooter - $50.00
Retailer All-Year - $500.00
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CALIFORNIA:
Public Display License; General, Limited, or Special
- Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage - Minimum $1,000,000.00 per occurrence
- HazMat Transportation Insurance - DOT Compliant
- Workers Compensation Insurance for all workers - Statutory Limits
- Import/Export License to bring products into the state
- Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state
- Registration of those individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state
- Permit from Local AHJ for each display
State of California Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements - Basic Commercial (Outdoor Public
Display)
- Minimum 21 years of age
- Minimum of 8 documented displays fired within California under the supervision of a Licensed
Operator
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in California
- Minimum of 5 letters of recommendation from individuals holding the California license you are
working to obtain
- Minimum passing grade on written test on California Law & Regulation
- Payment of $125 license fee annually
COLORADO:
State: COLORADO
*There is NO State Fire Marshal
Office of the:
Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Prevention & Control
700 Kipling Street, Suite 4100
Lakewood, CO 80215
Tel: 303-239-4100
Fax: 303-239-4131
Web Address of Dept of Public Safety, Div. of Fire Prevention & Control: http://dfs.state.co.us
State Fireworks Law: Article 33.5 of Title 24, Colorado Revised Statutes (C.R.S 24-33-5-2004(7)
AND (8 CCR 1507-12)
Entire rule eff. 06/14/2015. Entire rule eff. 03/17/2017. Section 2.4 emer. rule eff. 03/15/2018.
Entire rule eff. 06/14/2018. Sections 2.4, 4.9, 12.2, 13.2, Chapter XV eff. 03/30/2019
State Fireworks Regulation(s): Persons Dealing with Fireworks
State Fireworks Codes Referenced (ie NFPA 1123 / 1124) (states that; “displays must meet
National Fire Protection Association & other requirements”, also U.S. DOT- CFR)
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
● DISPLAY RETAILER OF FIREWORKS LICENSE............................ $1,500.00 (This is
license for Company)
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● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence) No set
amount
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M) Only mentions
what is required by DOT
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No) Known as: Colorado PUC (Public
Utilities Commission
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other Not mentioned in state Code
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee?
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? Depends on Local AHJ, but
normally 30 days prior
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? Mentions 30 days prior to business
operation in state
● State Bond Required (Yes or No)
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Application for certification as a fireworks display operator shall be filed with the Division
on forms prescribed by the Director and shall contain such information as the Director
may require. Application for certification as a fireworks display operator shall be filed with
the Division at least thirty days before the date of any fireworks display to be conducted
by the applicant
● Minimum Age: This would be determined by NFPA code (1124)
● Minimum of Documented displays: Five (5) Displays verified before taking initial exam,
or if the individual holds a valid fireworks display operator certification from an approved
national fireworks organization may request a waiver of the required examination. Any
person who has actively participated in at least five fireworks displays and has
satisfactory references may request a waiver of the required examination. For renewal
of license, it takes three (3) verified displays.
● State Regulatory Contact Form
● State: COLORADO (Page 2)
● Minimum Experience: See above
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? One time. However, for renewal,
the certification shall be granted to an operator without the need to retest, provided: (a)
they are in good standing with the Division; and (b) they have actively participated in at
least three fireworks displays during the previous three-year period.
● Minimum Passing Score: 70%
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount)
○ GENERAL KNOWLEDGE FIREWORKS to take EXAMINATION….…… $30.00
○ FIREWORKS DISPLAY OPERATOR CERTIFICATION................... $50.00
○ PYROTECHNIC OPERATOR CERTIFICATION............................... $50.00
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● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount)
○ FIREWORKS DISPLAY OPERATOR CERTIFICATION................... $50.00
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator - 3 years
OTHER:
The above fees are established for licenses, certification and permits issued by the Department
of Public Safety. Consult the local authority to determine their fees for permits, if any, pursuant
to C.R.S. 24-33.5- 2003. Of the above fees, the sum of $50.00 represents the cost to process
applications for licensing or certification. In the event an application for licensing or certification
is denied, for any reason, this amount is non-refundable. Processing fees will not be refunded in
the event that local or statewide fireworks restrictions are enacted. In addition, the above listed
fees are non-refundable in the event a license is suspended or revoked. Fees may be waived or
modified when appropriate at the discretion of the Director or his designee. Request for waiver
or modification shall be in writing.
Payment of the fee required by these rules and regulations must accompany the application for
certification to the Division. Certification issued under these rules and regulations shall be dated
and numbered and shall be valid for a period of three years unless earlier revoked. In the event
that an application for a fireworks certification is incomplete, the applicant shall have 180 days in
which to submit additional required documentation, after which the initial application shall be
void. Processing fees in accordance with 14.1 shall be forfeited. Renewal of the certification
shall be granted to an operator without the need to retest, provided: (a) they are in good
standing with the Division; and (b) they have actively participated in at least three fireworks
displays during the previous three-year period.
A General Knowledge Fireworks Examination designed to indicate that personnel who handle
display fireworks in the State of Colorado have a minimum understanding of safety
requirements and State regulations, shall be administered to all persons who apply for
certification as an operator of pyrotechnic displays. This examination shall be developed or
approved by the Director. Length and content of the examination and the passing grade will be
at the discretion of the Director. Any person may retake the examination when a passing grade
is not achieved; however, a waiting period of thirty (30) days is required after each unsuccessful
attempt. Applicants may receive three successive examination attempts. Should the applicant
fail the examination on the third attempt, he will not be allowed to retake the examination until
he produces evidence of satisfactory completion of an approved program of instruction in
conducting fireworks displays. A company or corporation which utilizes a training and testing
program to qualify their personnel may petition the Division to use this test in lieu of this General
CONNECTICUT:
Office of the State Fire Marshal
Special Licensing and Firearms Unit
1111 Country Club Road
Middletown, CT 06457
Tel: 860-685-8470
Fax: 860-685-8496
Website: https://portal.ct.gov/DESPP/Division-of-State-Police/Fire-and-Explosion-Investigation-
Unit/Fireworks-and-Special-Effects
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State Fireworks Law: Licenses and Permits for Fireworks Displays, Special Effects, Fireworks
Shooters, Special Effects Shooters, Fireworks Distributors, Fireworks Manufacturers are
governed by Chapter 541 Section 29-356 through 29-366 of the Connecticut General Statutes.
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: Connecticut Explosives Code and USDOT, Title 49 Code of
Federal Regulations
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display Permit Required: YES - $100.00 per permit - https://portal.ct.gov/-
/media/DESPP/CSP/files/dps0131cfillableform.pdf
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage: Minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence
(*see Other)
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required: No
● Worker Compensation Insurance: Statutory
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state: No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: No, State Permit Only
● Permit Filing Period for Local: 30 Days
● Permit Filing Period for State: 15 Days
● State Bond Required: No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Website: https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DESPP/DSP/FIU/sp141cpdf.pdf
● Minimum Age: 21 years of age
● Minimum of Documented displays: 10
● Minimum Experience: 3 Years
● Letters of Recommendation: Yes, see below
○ 2 – Letters from licensed fireworks operators (1 must be from the State of CT)
○ 2 – Personal References
○ 1 – Letter from Chief of Police in your hometown
● Written Test Required: Yes (only on initial license application)
● Minimum Passing Score: 70%
● New Operator License Fee: $100.00
● Renewal Operator License Fee: $150.00
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: 3 Years
● OTHER Requirements:
● Insurance Requirement: Proof of Financial Responsibility filed with the State of CT
Insurance Department (Form SP-884-C) Tel: 860-297-3869
● State Fire Marshal must approve all “Modifications” to any CT Explosives Code including
any differences in display fireworks equipment or procedures.
DELAWARE:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
1537 Chestnut Grove Road
Dover, DE 19904-1544
Tel: (302) 739-5665
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Fax: (302) 739-3696
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://statefiremarshal.delaware.gov
State Fireworks Law: Title 16, Chapter 69
State Fireworks Regulation(s): 704
State Fireworks Codes Referenced (ie NFPA 1123 / 1124): NFPA 1123
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?: Yes $25.00
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence): $1,000,000.00
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M) No
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No): No
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? No
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior?: Varies
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days?: 7 days
● State Bond Required (Yes or No) No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21 for Operators, 18 for Assistants
● Minimum of Documented displays: Not Required
● Minimum Experience: Not Required
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom: Not
Required
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? Yes, Written or Oral
● Minimum Passing Score: N/A
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount): $25.00
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount): $25.00
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: 1 Year
OTHER:
FLORIDA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
Department of Financial Services, Florida Division of State Fire Marshal
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0322
Tel: (850) 413-3100
Fax: N/A
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: www.fldfs.com/sfm
State Fireworks Law: Fla. Stat. §§ 791.001 - 791.07Fla. Admin. Code Ann. r. 69a-50.001
through 69a-50.0019
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State Fireworks Regulation(s): Required to be approved by the chief of police and fire
department of the location of the display. No license specifically required in state law. However,
local jurisdiction may require permit
State Fireworks Codes Referenced (ie NFPA 1123 / 1124) NFPA 1123
State Fireworks Requirements:
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? No
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence): $1,000,000.00
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M) No
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No): No
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other: No
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? No
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? Varies
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? 30 days
● State Bond Required (Yes or No) Varies based on locality
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21 to Operate, 18 to assist
● Minimum of Documented displays: Not required
● Minimum Experience: Not required
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom: Not
required
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? Not required
● Minimum Passing Score: N/A
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount): Not required
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) Not required
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: Not required
OTHER:
GEORGIA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
Two Martin Luther King Jr Dr SE, West Tower Suite 704
Atlanta, GA 30334
Tel: (404) 656-2070 or the Hazardous Materials Division (404) 656-9798
Fax: N/A
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: Firemarshal@oci.ga.gov
State Fireworks Law:Ga. Code Ann. §§ 25-10-1 through 25-10-12 Ga Comp. R & Regs. § 120-
3-22
State Fireworks Regulation(s):
State Fireworks Codes Referenced (ie NFPA 1123 / 1124): NFPA 1123 and NFPA 1124
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State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? No
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence) Yes
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M) No
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No) No
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other No
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? No
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? Varies
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? 10 business days
● State Bond Required (Yes or No) Varies based on locality
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 18
● Minimum of Documented displays: Not required
● Minimum Experience: Not required
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom: Not required
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? Not required
● Minimum Passing Score: Not required
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount): Not required
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount): Not required
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: Not required
OTHER:
HAWAII:
IDAHO:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0043
Tel: (208) 334-4377
Fax: (208) 334-4375
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: doi.idaho.gov
State Fireworks Law: IFC Chapter 56
State Fireworks Regulation(s): Section 5601 thru 5608
State Fireworks Codes Referenced NFPA 1123 / 1124
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? Unless it is on State
Property
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● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence)
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No)
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
YES
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? YES
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? 15 Days
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? 15 Days
● State Bond Required (Yes or No)
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 18
● Minimum of Documented displays: N/A
● Minimum Experience: 1 Training Class
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often?
● Minimum Passing Score: N/A
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) N/A
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) N/A
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator N/A
OTHER:
ILLINOIS:
Office of the State Fire Marshal
1035 Stevenson Drive
Springfield, IL 62703
Tel: (217) 785-0969
Fax: (217) 785-1002
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://www2.illinois.gov/sites/sfm
State Fireworks Regulation(s): 425 ILCS 30 - Fireworks Regulation Act of Illinois
State Fireworks Codes Referenced NFPA 1123 Outdoor Display
State Fireworks Requirements
● State Public Display Permit Required: No
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence): $1,000,000
● HazMat Transportation Insurance: MCS – 90 Limits
● State Transportation Permit Required: No
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state: Yes, Distributors License required
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: Yes
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: Yes
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● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: Yes, Fee dependent upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? Varies by location
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? N/A
● State Bond Required: No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21
● Minimum of Documented displays: 3 in past 3 years
● Minimum Experience: At least 3 displays in 3 years
● Letters of Recommendation: No
● Written Test Required: Yes, for DNR license. Proximate and Flame are one time tests
● Minimum Passing Score: 80%
● New Operator License Fee: DNR Explosive License $100; IL State Fire Marshall $100
● Renewal Operator License Fee: DNR Explosive License $100; IL State Fire Marshall
$100
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: 3 years
OTHER:
● City of Chicago requires a Certificate of Fitness for all licensed Pyrotechnics Operators
INDIANA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal
Division of Fire and Building Safety
Indiana Dept. of Homeland Security
Indiana Government Center-South, Room E208
302 W. Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204-2739
Tel: 317-232-2222
Fax: 317-233-0497
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://www.in.gov/dhs/
State Fireworks Law: Indiana Code 22-11-14
State Fireworks Regulation(s): N/A
State Fireworks Codes Referenced NFPA 1123
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display Permit Required: Yes - $69.00
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage - $1 Million per occurrence
● HazMat Transportation Insurance: MCS - 90
● State Transportation Permit Required: No
● Worker Compensation Insurance: Statutory
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state: No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: Yes, $1,000.00
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: Yes – varies by location
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior: Yes - varies by location
● Permit Filing Period for State: 15 days
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● State Bond Required: No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 18
● Minimum of Documented displays: N/A
● Minimum Experience: N/A
● Letters of Recommendation: No
● Written Test Required: No
● Minimum Passing Score: N/A
● New Operator License Fee: N/A
● Renewal Operator License Fee: N/A
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: N/A
OTHER: N/A
IOWA:
Iowa State Fire Marshal Division
215 East 7th St.
Des Moines, IA 50319
Tel: 515-725-6145
Fax: 515-725-6140
Email Address of State Fire Marshal: fminfo@dps.state.ia.us
State Fireworks Law: Iowa Code § 727.2. Iowa Code (consumer fireworks)
State Fireworks Regulation(s): N/A
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: No
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display Permit Required: Varies by city or town
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage: No
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M): Yes
● State Transportation Permit Required: No
● Worker Compensation Insurance: No
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state: No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: No
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: Yes, varies by city or town
● Permit Filing Period for Local: Varies to 14 business days
● Permit Filing Period for State: No
● State Bond Required: No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● (some cities –Des Moines requires PGI Certification, very few cities require any of the
below. 90% of Iowa cities do not have Operator Requirements to our knowledge)
● Minimum Age: 18 in compliance with US Department of Labor - OSHA
● Minimum of Documented displays: N/A
● Minimum Experience: N/A
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● Letters of Recommendation: N/A
● Written Test Required: N/A
● Minimum Passing Score: N/A
● New Operator License Fee: N/A
● Renewal Operator License Fee: N/A
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: N/A
OTHER: N/A
KANSAS:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
800 SW Jackson Street, Suite 104
Topeka, KS 66612
Tel: (785) 296-3401
Fax: (785) 296-0151
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://firemarshal.ks.gov/
State Fireworks Law: Agency 22, Article 6-Fireworks
State Fireworks Regulation(s):
State Fireworks Codes Referenced (ie NFPA 1123 / 1124): NFPA 1123
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? Yes, No fee
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence) Required per
NFPA 1123 Sec 6-32
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No)
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other per 1123 Sec 6-32
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
per NFPA 1124
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? Yes
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location. Yes
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? No time frame specified
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? Apply to Local Authority
● State Bond Required (Yes or No)
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21
● Minimum of Documented displays: 3 Shoots within prior 4 years
● Minimum Experience: 3 Shoots within prior 4 years
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom: Yes, 3,
Licensed Display Operator
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? Yes
● Minimum Passing Score: 80%
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount)
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● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount)
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: 4 Years
OTHER:
KENTUCKY:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
Division of Fire Prevention
Attn: Fireworks
500 Mero Street, 1st Floor 1 NW WK #4
Frankfort, KY 40601
Tel: (502) 573-0382
Fax: (502) 573-1004
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: http://dhbc.ky.gov/sfm
State Fireworks Law: KRS 227.700 – 227.752
State Fireworks Regulation(s): KRS 227.710
State Fireworks Codes Referenced (ie NFPA 1123 / 1124) NFPA 1123 Current Edition
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display Permit Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
● Yes, there is a Permit Application process/Fees apply at Local Level AHJ
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence). $1,000,000
Bond Minimum in accordance with KRS 227.720
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No) Yes, UCR – Unified Carrier
Registration
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? Yes
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No) No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? N/A
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? 15 days before the date of the display
● State Bond Required (Yes or No) No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 18 years of age
● Minimum of Documented displays: 5 public displays
● Minimum Experience: 5 public displays
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom No
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? No
● Minimum Passing Score: N/A
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) N/A
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● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) N/A
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator N/A
OTHER:
● In accordance to KRS 227.710
○ A display shall be handled by a competent display operator. “Competent display
operator” – shall be defined as the person with overall responsibility for the
operation and safety of a fireworks display.
■ BATFE license holder
■ Participated as an Assistant in firing at least (5) public displays
■ Employee Possessor
LOUISIANA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
8181 Independence Boulevard
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Tel: 1-800-256-5452
Fax:
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: http://sfm.dps.louisiana.gov/index.htm
State Fireworks Law: La. Rev. Stat. Ann. §§ 51:650 through 51:660; La. Admin. Code tit. 55, §
1901 - 1905
State Fireworks Regulation(s):
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 1124
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required: Yes, $100
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence) Yes
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M) No
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No) No
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other No
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? Yes
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
Varies
● Permit Filing Period for Local: 5 days
● Permit Filing Period for State: 5 days
● State Bond Required (Yes or No) No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21 Years
● Minimum of Documented displays: N/A
● Minimum Experience: N/A
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● Letters of Recommendation: No
● Written Test Required: Yes
● Minimum Passing Score: 70%
● New Operator License Fee: $50
● Renewal Operator License Fee: $25
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: 1 year
OTHER:
MAINE:
Office of the State Fire Marshal
52 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://www.maine.gov/dps/fmo/fireworks/regulations
State Fireworks Law: MRS Title 8 – Amusements and Sports
State Fireworks Regulation(s): Title 8, Chapter 9 and 9A, Section 211-237
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 1123 (2006)
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display Permit Required: YES - $141.00 per permit
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage: Minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required: Yes, Intrastate Only
● Worker Compensation Insurance: Statutory
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state: No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: No
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: No, State Permit Only
● Permit Filing Period for Local: N/A
● Permit Filing Period for State: 20 Days
● State Bond Required: No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Website: http://www.mainelegislature.org/legis/statutes/8/title8sec233.html
● Minimum Age: 21 years of age
● Minimum of Documented displays: 5
● Minimum Experience: N/A
● Letters of Recommendation: No
● Written Test Required: Yes (only on initial license application)
● Minimum Passing Score: 80%
● New Operator License Fee: $180.00
● Renewal Operator License Fee: $46.00 (with background check fee)
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: Annually
MARYLAND:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
PO Box 28903
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BWI Airport, Maryland 21240
Tel: 410-859-7152
Fax:
Web Address of State Fire Marshal:
https://mdsp.maryland.gov/firemarshal/Pages/StateFireMarshalsWelcome.aspx
State Fireworks Law: Public Safety Article 10 Fire Prevention Code 12.03.01.08
State Fireworks Regulation(s):
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 1123, NFPA 1126
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required: Yes, $50 per display
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage: Min $25,000 injury of one person;
$50,000 injury of more than one person; $10,000 in property damage HazMat
Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No) No (permit required to store
fireworks)
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Other- Yes
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? Yes, $750.00
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No) Yes
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior?
● Permit Filing Period for State: 10 days ($50 late fee)
● State Bond Required: Yes
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21 years
● Minimum of Documented displays: N/A
● Minimum Experience: Asked on application
● Letters of Recommendation:No
● Written Test Required: Yes, every three years
● Minimum Passing Score: N/A
● New Operator License Fee: $150
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) $150.00
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: 3 years
OTHER:
MASSACHUSETTS:
Office of the State Fire Marshal
P.O. Box 1025
Stow, MA 01775
Tel: 978-567-3700
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Fax: 978-567-3199
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: www.mass.gov/dfs
State Fireworks Law: General Law – Part 1, Title XX, Chapter 148, Section 39
State Fireworks Regulation(s): 527 CMR 1 – Chapter 65
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 1123 (2010) and NFPA 1124 (2006)
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display Permit Required: YES
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage: Minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required: Yes, Intrastate Only
● Worker Compensation Insurance: Statutory
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state: No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: No
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: State Permit Only – Fee varies by city or town
● Permit Filing Period for Local: 20 Days
● Permit Filing Period for State: 5 Days
● State Bond Required: Yes, Surety Bond ($15,000) filed annually with the MA Treasury
Department
● State Pyrotechnic User Certificate: Filed Annually (no fee)
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Website: https://www.mass.gov/service-details/blasting-explosives-and-fireworks
● Minimum Age: 21 years of age
● Minimum of Documented displays: 10 within 3 years
● Minimum Experience: 3 years
● Letters of Recommendation: Yes, Required to be submitted with Application and
Endorsed by 2 MA licensed operators
● Written Test Required: Yes (only on initial license application)
● Minimum Passing Score: 70%
● New Operator License Fee: $40.00 (check only)
● Renewal Operator License Fee: $20.00 (check only)
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: 2 years
OTHER Requirements:
● City of Boston Hazmat Transportation Permit – Filed with Boston Fire Department
annually
Boston Fire Department
Fire Prevention Division
1010 Massachusetts Ave – 4th Floor
Boston, MA 02118
Tel: 617-343-3628
● Boston Hazmat Trans Permit Fee: $125.00
● MASS Turnpike Special Hauling Explosives Permit – Filed with Mass DOT annually
● Website: https://oasis.massdot.state.ma.us/
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● MASS Pike Hazmat Permit Fee: $375.00 (includes one validation card)
● Firing Panel Inspection Required: Yes, for each panel (State sticker applied to each unit)
● No Fee Required for Inspection – Inspection good for 5 years
● ALL Fireworks Displays in the Commonwealth of MA MUST be electronically fired
MICHIGAN:
Office of the State Fire Marshal
Bureau of Fire Services
P.O. Box 30700
Lansing, MI 48909
Tel: 517-241-8847
Fax: 517-335-4061
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,4601,7-154-89334_42271-
--,00.html
State Fireworks Law:
http://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S(a14cvjd02velz1uszr3nhv30))/mileg.aspx?page=GetObject&obj
ectname=mcl-Act-256-of-2011
State Fireworks Regulation(s): https://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,4601,7-154-
89334_42271_59975---,00.html
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 1123
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display Permit Required: Yes, there is no state fee but some municipalities
charge a fee, most do not.
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence): $1 Million
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required: No
● Worker Compensation Insurance: Statutory Limits
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? No
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No) No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display – Fee dependent upon location. Yes, depending
on municipality.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? Varies by municipality
● Permit Filing Period for State: No state permit required
● State Bond Required: Only for out of state companies performing displays
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21
● Minimum of Documented displays: No Requirement
● Minimum Experience: No Requirement
● Letters of Recommendation: No
● Written Test Required: N/A
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● Minimum Passing Score: N/A
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) N/A
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) N/A
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator N/A
OTHER:
MINNESOTA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal
445 Minnesota St., Suite 145
St. Paul, MN 55101-5145
Tel: 651-201-7200
Fax: 651-215-0525
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/sfm/Pages/default.aspx
Fireworks Section: https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/sfm/programs-services/Pages/Fireworks-
Information.aspx
State Fireworks Law: https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/sfm/programs-
services/Documents/Fireworks/MN%20Statutes%20624.pdf
State Fireworks Regulation(s): https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/sfm/programs-
services/Documents/Fireworks/FireworksGuidelinesRevised2011.pdf
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 1123 (2018 Edition), NFPA 1126 (2016 Edition)
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display Permit Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
● Outdoor displays are all permitted through the local AHJ. There is a list of Cities with
delegated authority to issue indoor fireworks display permits
(https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/sfm/programs-services/Pages/Cities-Issuing-Indoor-
Fireworks-Display-Permits.aspx). For indoor fireworks in cities other than those on the
list the permit application goes to the SFM. Fee = $150. An inspection is required and
the SFM will invoice for actual cost, including personnel and travel costs.
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage: $1.5 million per occurrence. Certain
locations require more insurance.
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M): Yes
● State Transportation Permit Required: No
● Worker Compensation Insurance: Required by Statute.
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state: No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: No
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: Yes for all outdoor and outdoor proximate
displays: Yes, Fees vary by city or town and range from $2.00 - $300.00
● Permit Filing Period for Local: Most cities/counties use the sample application provided
by the State (https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/sfm/programs-
services/Documents/Fireworks/Sample%20Permit%20Application.pdf), which specifies
15 days prior.
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● Permit Filing Period for State: Applications through the SFM (for indoor displays in Cities
without delegated authority to issue permits) use the State form
(https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/sfm/programs-
services/Documents/Fireworks/Indoor%20Fireworks%20Permit%20Application.pdf),
which specifies at least 15 days prior.
● State Bond Required: No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21
● Minimum of Documented displays: 5 outdoor (for Outdoor NFPA 1123 certification) or 5
indoor/proximate (for Indoor/Proximate NFPA 1126 certification) or 5 each (for both
certifications). At least 1 of the displays must have occurred in the current year or year
immediately preceding the date of application.
● Minimum Experience:
● Letters of Recommendation Required: Yes, three (3) letters of Recommendation
required with the initial license application; Renewal license does not require references.
● Written Test Required: Yes, at initial application. There are three tests: Outdoor Displays
(based on NFPA 1123), Proximate Audience Displays (based on NFPA 1126), General
Knowledge (based on MN Statutes). All applicants take the General Knowledge and
then choose Outdoor Displays or Proximate Audience Displays or both, depending on
the type of license desired (and past experience). The Outdoor Displays test may be
waived with proof of certification by PGI or APA. You are not allowed to test if you do not
have the minimum documented displays or will not have them within the year.
● Minimum Passing Score: 70%
● New Operator License Fee: $100.00
● Renewal Operator License Fee: $100.00
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: 4 years
OTHER: SFM requires a display report be submitted for each display that occurs within MN
https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/sfm/programs-
services/Documents/Fireworks/Fireworks%20Operator%20Display%20Report%20Printed%20F
orm.pdf
MISSISSIPPI:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
P.O. Box 79
Jackson, MS 39205
Tel: 601-359-1061
Fax: 601-359-1076
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://www.mid.ms.gov/sfm/state-fire-marshal
State Fireworks Law: Miss. Code Ann. §§ 45-13-1 through 45-13-15; 19, 7 Miss. Code. R. §§
17.02, 17.05.
State Fireworks Regulation(s):
State Fireworks Codes Referenced:NFPA 1123 (1126 for indoor display)
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State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required: Yes, only on state owned properties
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence) Yes
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M) No
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No) No
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other No
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? No
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No) No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? Varies
● Permit Filing Period for State: 15 days
● State Bond Required: Only required if no insurance is provided
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 18
● Minimum of Documented displays: 3 Displays
● Minimum Experience: Last 3 Shows
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom: 3
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? No
● Minimum Passing Score: N/A
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) N/A
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) N/A
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator N/A
OTHER:
MISSOURI:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing) Division of Fire Safety Fireworks Unit
P.O. Box 844
Jefferson City, MO 65101-4421
Tel: (573) 751-2930
Fax: (573) 526-4600
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: dfs.dps.mo.gov/programs/fireworks/
State Fireworks Law:
State Fireworks Regulation(s):
State Fireworks Codes Referenced (ie NFPA 1123 / 1124) NFPA 1123 2014 Version 1126 2016
Version
State Fireworks Requirements:
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? Yes $100
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence) $1 million
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M) $5m
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● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No) No
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other Yes
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
Yes $795
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? Yes $795
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No) Yes
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location. Yes
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? 10 Days
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? 10 Days
● State Bond Required (Yes or No) NO
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements:
● Minimum Age: 21
● Minimum of Documented displays: 3
● Minimum Experience: 3 Displays and Training Course
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom NO
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? Yes 1st time only
● Minimum Passing Score: 70%
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) $100
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) $100
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator 3 Years
OTHER: Must have 12 hour of recurring education in a 3 year period and have to have 3 shows
within the 3 year period and Last one has to be within the last 12 months to renew your license.
MONTANA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
P.O. Box 201417
Helena, MT 59620-1417
Tel: (406) 444-2050
Fax: (406) 444-2759
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: dojmt.gov
State Fireworks Law: Mt code Title 50-37-107/108
State Fireworks Regulation(s):
State Fireworks Codes Referenced (ie NFPA 1123 / 1124)
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? Unless there is no
AHJ
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence) $1M
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No)
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
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● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee?
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? 15 Days
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? 15 Days
● State Bond Required (Yes or No)
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: N/A
● Minimum of Documented displays: N/A
● Minimum Experience: N/A
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom N/A
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? N/A
● Minimum Passing Score: N/A
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) N/A
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) N/A
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator N/A
OTHER:
NEBRASKA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
246 South 14th Street Suite 1
Lincoln, Nebraska 68508-1804
Tel: 402-471-2027
Fax: 402-471-3118
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://sfm.nebraska.gov/fireworks
State Fireworks Law: Nebraska Revised Statute 28.1239.01 & 28.1241 to 28.1252
State Fireworks Regulation(s): NAC Title 157 Chapters 1 through 8
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 1123 (2010) (** See Others below)
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? $10.00 required to be
filed online from state with approval letter from local. May also need a permit from the
local.
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence)
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No)
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other No
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
$500.00 annually
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? $500.00 annually
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
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● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Maybe) – Fee and permit application dependent
upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? Each local is different
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? $10.00 State permit is Required with
permission letter from local Fire Department.
● State Bond Required (Yes or No)
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 18 (** See Others below)
● Minimum of Documented displays: None
● Minimum Experience: None
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? Every three years, open book
● Minimum Passing Score: 80%
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) None at this time None
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) None
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator 3 years
OTHER: ** The state only license display fireworks (1.3) operators. Most of the larger cities in
Nebraska have and require a license from their jurisdiction to use proximate and/or flame.
NEVADA:
Department of Public Safety
Office of the State Fire Marshal
Fire Prevention
107 Jacobsen Way
Carson City, NV 89711
Phone: 775-684-7530
Fax: 775-684-7518
Website: https://fire.nv.gov/
Nevada Administrative Code, Chapter 477 State Fire Marshall
477.571 - 477.666
State Fireworks Requirements:
● Public Display Permit Required: Yes, as required by local authority
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage: $100,000 per person, $1,000,000 per
occurrence. Minimum property damage coverage: $1,000,000. Companies must list the
State of Nevada as additional insured.
● HazMat Transportation Insurance: MCS-90 PER USDOT
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● State Transportation Permit Required: Yes, Alliance for Uniform HazMat Transportation
Procedures. https://hazmatalliance.org/
● Worker Compensation Insurance:
● Import/Export License to bring fireworks into State:
● Wholesale/Retail License to purchase or sell products in the State:
● Registration of Individuals authorized to represent License holder in the State:
● Permit from local AHJ for each display:
● Permit Filing period for local: How many days prior:
● Permit filing period for State:
● State Bond Required:
State Pyrotechnic Operator Licensing:
● Minimum Age: 21
● Minimum of documented displays:
● Minimum Experience:
● Letters of Recommendation:
● Written test requirement:
● Minimum passing score:
● New Operator License fee:
● Renewal Operator License Fee:
● Renewal Period for licensed operator:
Applicants for a certificate must complete a written application, must be 21 years of age, and
must pass a written examination administered by the State Fire Marshal Division.
Categories:
Indoor Stage - $110.00
Outdoor Aerial - $110.00
Special Effects - $110.00
Show Specific - $110.00
Pyro Assistant - $27.50
Magician - $27.50
Flame Effect Operator - $27.50
Flame Effect Assistant - $27.50
Champagne Sparkler Presentation - $55.00
*All above certificates are valid from May 1 through April 30. Licensing Renewal of licenses
must be received in the Division’s Carson City office by 5:00 pm on April 30th of each year
OTHER:
●
NEW HAMPSHIRE:
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NEW JERSEY:
Office of the State Fire Marshal
Division of Fire Safety Administration
101 S. Broad St.
PO Box 809
Trenton NJ 08625
Tel: (609) 633-6132
Fax: (609) 633-6330
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://nj.gov/dca/divisions/dfs/
State Fireworks Law: NJSA 21:3-1 et seq. Explosives and Public Display
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 1123 (2014 edition) / NFPA 1124 (2006 edition) /
1126 (2011 edition)
State Fireworks Requirements
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage: Minimum $500,000
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No): Yes for NJ Turnpike
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: Yes, $600 value or more
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: Yes
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: Yes – Fee dependent on location
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? 15 days prior
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? 15 days prior
● State Bond Required: No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21
● Minimum of Documented displays: N/A
● Minimum Experience: N/A
● Letters of Recommendation: Yes, 2 people who can attest to personal character
● Written Test Required: Yes - initially ($25 Exam Fee)
● Minimum Passing Score: 80%
● New Operator License Fee: $200
● Renewal Operator License Fee: $200
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: Annual
OTHER:
NEW MEXICO:
NEW YORK STATE:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
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New York State Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Service’s Office of Fire Prevention
and Control
1220 Washington Avenue Building 7A, Floor 2 Albany, NY 12226.
Tel: 518-474-6746
Fax: N/A
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: fire@dhses.ny.gov
**STATE FIRE LISTED ABOVE ONLY ISSUES PERMITS AND REGULATES ON STATE
OWNED OR CONTROLLED PROPERTY
State Fireworks Regulation and Licenses are set and controlled by: New York State
Department of Labor Division of Safety & Health. Mailing Address:
NYSDOL, Division of Safety & Health License and Certification Unit, State Office Campus,
Building 12- Room161, Albany NY. 12240
Phone: (518)-457-2735
email: industry.dosh@labor.ny.gov
State Fireworks Codes Referenced:
NFPA 1123 / 1124, NYS Penal Law 405, NYS Fire Code, NYS Industrial Code Rule 39
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required: Yes, with a fee of $150 for a 3-year period
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage: 1 Million Min per occurrence
● HazMat Transportation Insurance: DOT Compliant 1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M
● State Transportation Permit Required: Yes, on the NYS Thruway System - *SEE
OTHER
● Worker Compensation Insurance: Statutory
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state: Yes, NYS Dealer Manufacturer
License with a fee of $100 per year + ATF License
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: Yes, NYS Dealer or NYS
Own & Possess both have a $100 fee per year
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: Yes, on
local permits Employees listed on ATF Letter of Clearance as authorized helpers
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: Yes – Fee dependent upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: Varies by location 5 – 90 days. If Coast Guard is involved
165 days
● Permit Filing Period for State: 5 days for State Permit. Sometimes local permits are
also required (See Above)
● State Bond Required: Yes, Bond OR Insurance required
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21 for Lead Operator, 18 for assistant
● Minimum of Documented displays: 5 displays as supervised lead for new, 3 displays for
renewal
● Minimum Experience: 3 Years Letters of Recommendation: Yes, to document
experience on New and Renewal
● Written Test Required: Yes, Minimum Passing Score: 80%
● New Operator License Fee: $150 Renewal Operator License Fee: $150. Renewal Period
for Licensed Operator: 3 years
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● NYS License is called: State of New York- Department of Labor Pyrotechnician
Certificate of Competence
Other:
● NYS Information: New York City is a separate entity having additional requirements and
its own NYC license, escorts, etc… Contact NYC Fire Department for additional
information
● *PART 39. POSSESSION, HANDLING, STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION OF
EXPLOSIVES
○ 39.11 Transportation of explosives.
○ https://govt.westlaw.com/nycrr/Document/I5021b0d0cd1711dda432a117e6e0f34
5?viewType=FullText&originationContext=documenttoc&transitionType=Categor
yPageItem&contextData=(sc.Default)
● **NY CITY Information: New York City is a separate entity having additional
requirements and its own NYC license, escorts, etc – See NYC for additional information
NEW YORK CITY:
NORTH CAROLINA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
1202 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1202
Tel: 800-634-7854
Fax:
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: http://statefire.llr.sc.gov/
State Fireworks Law: N.C. Gen. Stat. §§ 14 -410 through 14 -415, 58 -82a -1 through 58 -82a -
55 ; 11 N.C. Admin. Code 5D.0101 through 5D.0115
State Fireworks Regulation(s): N.C. Gen. Stat. §§ 14-410 through 14-415, 58-82a-1
through 58-82a-55; 11 N.C. Admin. Code 5D.0101 through
5D.0115
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 1124
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required: Yes, on state property
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage: Min $500,000
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M) No
● State Transportation Permit Required: No
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other No
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: Dependent on product
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: Yes
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: Yes– Fee dependent upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? Varies
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? 30 days
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● State Bond Required: No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21 Years (18 for assistant)
● Minimum of Documented displays: 3
● Minimum Experience: 3 shows
● Letters of Recommendation: No
● Written Test Required: Yes, every 3 years
● Minimum Passing Score: 75% (Can retake twice)
● New Operator License Fee: $100 ($200 for outdoor pyrotechnics and proximate
audience pyrotechnics)
● Renewal Operator License Fee: $60 for operator; $30 for assistant
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: 3 years
OTHER:
NORTH DAKOTA:
OHIO:
Ohio Department of Commerce – Division of State Fire Marshal
Bureau of Testing & Registration
8895 East Main Street
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
Tel: (614) 752-7126 or (877) 264-0023 Fax: (614) 995-4206
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: webfmtr@com.state.oh.us
State Fireworks Law: Ohio Revised Code 3743
State Fireworks Regulation(s): Ohio Fire Code 1301: 7-7-56
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 1123 – 2014 Edition & NFPA 1126 – 2011 Edition
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display Permit Required: Yes, determined by local
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence): $1,000,000
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required: Yes
● Worker Compensation Insurance: Statutory
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state: Yes, $2,750.00
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: Yes, $2,750.00
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: Yes,
including assistant
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: Yes, determined by local AHJ
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? Varies by local AHJ
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? 5 days in advance
● State Bond Required: No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21 years of age
● Minimum of Documented displays: Left to the discretion of the Exhibitor/Trainer
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● Minimum Experience: Left to the discretion of the Exhibitor/Trainer
● Letters of Recommendation: Yes, A letter of proficiency in the handling/discharging of
product for exam type (i.e. Type I must have firework and pyrotechnic experience). The
letter shall be endorsed with the signature of an Ohio licensed exhibitor, manufacturer or
wholesaler of fireworks in Ohio, or a copy of a valid exhibitor license issued by another
state.
● Written Test Required: Yes, one time only.
● Minimum Passing Score: 70%
● New Operator License Fee: $50.00
● Renewal Operator License Fee: $50.00 – License Exhibitor and $25.00 – Registered
Assistant
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator *12 months *Renewals must be submitted to the
State Fire Marshal’s office before April 1st of each year, if not received before, the
Exhibitor’s license is void and he or she would need to re-test.
OTHER:
● Ohio Licensed Exhibitors are required to attend a Continuing Education course a
minimum of once every three years.
OKLAHOMA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal
2401 N.W. 23rd Street, Suite #4
Oklahoma City, OK 73107
Tel: (405-522-5005)
Fax: (405-522-5028)
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: www.ok.gov/fire/
State Fireworks Law: Oklahoma Statute, Title 68 Revenue & Taxation, Chapter 1, Article 16,
Section 1622
State Fireworks Regulation(s): O.S. 1622, 1623, 1624, 1625, 1627, 1628, 1629, 1630, 1631,
1636
Title 265/State FM Commission Chapter 45/Fireworks/Subchapter 1
State Fireworks Codes Referenced (NFPA 1123/1124)
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display Permit Required: Yes, Permit required by local AHJ - Fees by local AHJ,
or State FM - $125
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage: $1,000,000 per occurrence
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required: No
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state: Companies must purchase from
licensed companies in state of Oklahoma.
● Wholesale or Distributor License to purchase or sell products in the state: Yes
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: Yes
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● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: Yes – Fee dependent upon location
● Permit Filing Period for Local: Depends on local jurisdiction
● Permit Filing Period for State: Yes - State permit 10 days
● State Bond Required: No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21
● Minimum of Documented displays: 3 under licensed pyrotechnic operator within 3 years,
signed off for verification.
● Minimum Experience: 3 displays within 3 years
● Letters of Recommendation: No
● Written Test Required: Yes - Test only first time, however 6 hours of continuing
education training with certificate of verification of class training for renewal of license
● Minimum Passing Score: 70 percent
● New Operator License Fee: $75.00
● Renewal Operator License Fee: $75.00
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: Every 3 years
OTHER:
● You must take a display operator class that has been approved by the Oklahoma State
FM
● You must have worked under complete supervision on at least 3 displays within 3 years
immediately preceding your application, and it just be verified by the supervising
operator or company.
● You must contact an Oklahoma Career Tech Facility to make a testing appointment for
the written examination BEFORE submitting your “Application for Outdoor Display
Operator” to State FM. A list of technology centers is available at www.okhep.com
under State FM tab.
● You must present valid and current Photo ID issued by US Government
● You will pay $25 to the Career Tech Facility to take the exam, and you will take the test
on computer. No resource materials allowed during exam.
● Minimum Passing Score - 70%
● If you fail, you can pay an additional $15 fee that same day to take the test again.
However, if you do not retake the test on the same day, and fail again, you must wait 30
days to re-test.
● If you PASS, the Career Tech Facility will notify the State FM office, and then you submit
your application, along with 2 photo ID’s and $75 fee.
● Your test results will be verified before processing your license.
OREGON:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
3565 Trelstad Ave. SE
Salem, OR 97317
Tel: (503) 373-1540
Fax: (503) 373-1825
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Web Address of State Fire Marshal: Oregon.gov
State Fireworks Law: ORS 480.110 thru 480.165
State Fireworks Regulation(s): OAR 837-12-0700 thru 837-012-0970
State Fireworks Codes Referenced ( NFPA 1123 / 1124)
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? $100
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence)$1 Mil
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No) Included in State Permit
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
YES
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? YES
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – but they do have to sign off on
State Permit.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? 15 Days
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? 15 Days
● State Bond Required (Yes or No)
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21
● Minimum of Documented displays: 3 within 3 years
● Minimum Experience: 1 State Certified Training Course
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? 3 years
● Minimum Passing Score: 80%
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) None
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) None
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator 3 Years
OTHER:
PENNSYLVANIA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
Office of the State Fire Commissioner
1310 Elmerton Ave,
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Tel: 717-651-2201
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://www.osfc.pa.gov/AboutOSFC/Pages/default.aspx
State Fireworks Law: https://www.psp.pa.gov/public-
safety/Documents/Title_35_Chapter_13A_Fireworks_and_Explosives.pdf
State Fireworks Regulation(s): Title 35 Health and Safety Chapter 13 A Fireworks and
Explosives
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State Fireworks Codes Referenced (i.e. NFPA 1123 / 1124) 1123 1124, 1126, 160
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? No license- .
“Displays must be operated by a competent individual”
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence) Bond of
minimum $500.00 for Permits
● $2 Million commercial General Liability minimum
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M) Federal
Minimums apply
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No) No Federal Regulations apply
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other Statutory
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
NO
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? YES must register annually with the Secretary of state. Consumer Retail permit is
$5000.00 per year
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No) No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
YES local permits are required fees vary by location
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? Varies By local jurisdiction. But
typically 14 -30 days
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? Not Applicable.
● State Bond Required (Yes or No) NO Only local bonds
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21
● Minimum of Documented displays: Not codified at the state Level. “Displays must be
operated by a competent individual”
● Minimum Experience: Not codified at the state Level. “Displays must be operated by a
competent individual”
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom NO
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? None
● Minimum Passing Score: NOT APPLICABLE
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) NOT APPLICABLE
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) NOT APPLICABLE
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator NOT APPLICABLE
OTHER:
RHODE ISLAND:
Office of the State Fire Marshal
4 Green Lane
Exeter, RI 02882
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://fire-marshal.ri.gov/testingforms/forms.php
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State Fireworks Law: RI General Law - Title 11, Chapters 11-13-1
State Fireworks Regulation(s): Rhode Island Fire Safety Code, chapters 28.1 – 28.39 of title 23
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 1123 (Current Version)
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display Permit Required: YES - $50.00
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage: Minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required: Yes, Intrastate Only
● Worker Compensation Insurance: Statutory
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state: No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: No
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: No, State Permit Only (there are a few
exceptions – Newport and Providence)
● Permit Filing Period for Local: Varies
● Permit Filing Period for State: Prior to Display
● State Bond Required: No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Website: https://fire-marshal.ri.gov/documents/forms/fireworks-pyro_lic.pdf
● Minimum Age: 21 years of age
● Minimum of Documented displays: N/A
● Minimum Experience: N/A
● Letters of Recommendation: Yes, 2 persons (1 must be a RI holder of Certificate of
Competency for Display Fireworks)
● Written Test Required: Yes
● Minimum Passing Score: 80%
● New Operator License Fee: $10 with application and if PASS – an additional $50.00
● Renewal Operator License Fee: $50.00
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: Annually
OTHER Requirements:
● Verification of Fireworks / Pyrotechnic Competency
● Verification of Insurance Coverage – mailed to SFMO with a $50.00 fee
● State of Rhode Island Attorney letter or registered agent
SOUTH CAROLINA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
141 Monticello Trail
Columbia, South Carolina 29203
Tel: 803-896-9800
Fax: 803-896-9806
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: http://statefire.llr.sc.gov/
State Fireworks Law: SC LLR Office of the State Fire Marshal Subarticle 6, 71-8305; SC LLR
Board of Pyrotechnic Safety Article 7, 71-7405; Act 196, Chapter 56, Title 40 SC 1976 Code;
Individual State Requirements for Public Display
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SC 1976 Code, Title 23, Chap 9; Title 39, Chap 43, Div of General Services Chap 19-405.
1//405.9
State Fireworks Regulation(s):
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 1124
State Fireworks Requirements:
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? Yes
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage: At least $500,000
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M) No
● State Transportation Permit Required: No
● Worker Compensation Insurance: No
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state: No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: Yes ($1250)
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: No
● Permit Filing Period for Local: Varies based on locality
● Permit Filing Period for State: 15 days
● State Bond Required: No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements:
● Minimum Age: 18 for assistants; 21 for operators
● Minimum of Documented displays: 6
● Minimum Experience: 6 shows
● Letters of Recommendation: Yes, from licensed display company attesting to experience
● Written Test Required: Yes, every two years
● Minimum Passing Score:
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) $200
● Renewal Operator License Fee: None
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: 2 years
OTHER:
SOUTH DAKOTA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
Fire Marshal’s Office
118 W. Capitol Avenue
Pierre, South Dakota 57501
Paul Merriman
Tel: 605-773-3562
Fax:
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: www.dps.sd.gov/emergency-services/state-fire-marshal
State Fireworks Law: SD Codified Law 34-37
State Fireworks Regulation(s):
State Fireworks Codes Referenced (ie NFPA 1123 / 1124)
State Fireworks Requirements
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● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? Yes, no fee.
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence)
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)- Yes
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No)- No
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? Yes, $500.
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location. Yes
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? - None
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days?- None
● State Bond Required (Yes or No)- No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21 - No State Certification required
● Minimum of Documented displays:
● Minimum Experience:
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often?
● Minimum Passing Score:
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount)
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount)
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator
OTHER:
TENNESSEE:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
TN Department of Commerce and Insurance – Fire Prevention Division – Permits & Licensing
Davy Crockett Tower – 500 James White Parkway
Nashville, TN 37243-0565
Tel: 615-741-1322
Fax: 615-741-1583
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: www.tn.gov/fire
State Fireworks Codes Referenced (ie NFPA 1123 / 1124) NFPA 1123 / 1126 / 160
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? Yes, $50. If
submitted <10 days prior $100
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence) $1M
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M) $1 M
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No)
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other. Yes, $1M. Statutory 1YR
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● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? Yes
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Yes, fee dependent upon location
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? Varies
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? $50. If submitted <10 days prior $100
● State Bond Required (Yes or No)
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21
● Minimum of Documented displays: 3 per certification
● Minimum Experience: 3 shows per certification
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom – 3 per
certification from lead technician on show
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? - Once unless license expires
● Minimum Passing Score: - 75
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) - $100 per certification applying for
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) - $100 per certification renewing
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator – 2 Years
TEXAS:
Office of the State Fire Marshal
333 Guadalupe Street
Austin TX 78701
Tel: 512-676-6800
Fax: 512-490--1056
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://www.tdi.texas.gov/fire/fmlifirework.html
State Fireworks Law: State 26TAC 34.800
State Fireworks Regulation(s): State 26TAC 34.800
State Fireworks Codes Referenced NFPA 1123
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display Permit Required: Yes - $55.00
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage: $1 Million per occurrence
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required: No
● Worker Compensation Insurance: State Statutory Limits
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state: No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: Yes - $1,250.00
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: No – Fee dependent upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: Dependent on Location
● Permit Filing Period for State: Dependent on Location
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● State Bond Required: No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21
● Minimum of Documented displays: 5
● Minimum Experience: 5 displays
● Letters of Recommendation: No
● Written Test Required: Yes – Initial Application
● Minimum Passing Score: 70%
● New Operator License Fee: $45.00
● Renewal Operator License Fee: $25.00
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: 90 Days prior to expiration
OTHER: N/A
UTAH:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
410 W 9800 South, Suite 372
Sandy, Utah 84070
Tel: 801-386-0570
Fax: 801-256-2390
E:mail: Fireworks@utah.gov
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://firemarshal.utah.gov/
State Fireworks Law: Utah Code 53-7-2220 through 53-7-225
State Fireworks Regulation(s): R710-2-1 through R10-2-12
State Fireworks Codes Referenced IFC (2018), NFPA 1123, 1126, 160
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? May be required by
local authorities, fee may be required.
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence) May be
required. Amount set by local authorities.
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No)
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other No
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
$250.00 annually
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? $250.00 annually
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Maybe) – Fee and permit application dependent
upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? Each local is different
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? N/A
● State Bond Required (Yes or No)
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State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21
● Minimum of Documented displays: 3
● Minimum Experience: Must have training from a state approved training course
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? Must retake written every 5 years
● Minimum Passing Score: 70%
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) $40.00 each license
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) $40.00 each license, Annually
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator Annually
OTHER:
There are four state licenses. Each license is independent of each other and each is $40.00
annually.
a) Display Operator;
b) (b) Special Effects Operator;
c) (c) Flame Effects Operator; or
d) (d) Flame Effects Performing Artist.
Must renew prior to every year, in the fifth year you must take a written test that is mailed to you.
VERMONT:
Office of the State Fire Marshal
1311 US Route 302, Suite 600
Barre, VT 05641
Tel: 802-479-7561
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/
State Fireworks Law: Vermont Statute – Title 20: Chapter 177: Explosives and Fireworks
State Fireworks Regulation(s): https://legislature.vermont.gov/statutes/fullchapter/20/177
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 1123
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display Permit Required: Varies by Community
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage - $1 Million per occurrence
● HazMat Transportation Insurance: MCS – 90 per USDOT
● State Transportation Permit Required: No
● Worker Compensation Insurance: Statutory
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state: No
● Wholesale/Retail License to purchase or sell products in the state: Fed ATF and Local
Approval
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: Varies by location
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior: Varies by location
● Permit Filing Period for State: N/A
● State Bond Required: No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
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● Minimum Age: 18
● Minimum of Documented displays: N/A
● Minimum Experience: N/A
● Letters of Recommendation: No
● Written Test Required: No
● Minimum Passing Score: N/A
● New Operator License Fee: N/A
● Renewal Operator License Fee: N/A
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: N/A
OTHER:
VIRGINIA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
501 North 2nd Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
Tel: 804-371-7170
Fax:
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://www.vafire.com/
State Fireworks Law: Code of Virginia, Chap. 9, Sec. 27-94 et seq. Statewide Fire Prevention
Code
State Fireworks Regulation(s): 13VAC5-51-150. IFC Chapter 56
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 1126
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required: Yes, ($50 fee)
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage: No less than $1 million
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant 1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No) No
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other No
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: Varies based on what is
being sold
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? 15 Days
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? 25 days
● State Bond Required: Only if public liability insurance isn’t provided
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 18 yrs
● Minimum of Documented displays: 6 occasions in the last 24 months
● Minimum Experience: 6 occasions in the last 24 months
● Letters of Recommendation: No
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● Written Test Required: Yes, once
● Minimum Passing Score: 70%
● New Operator License Fee: $130 exam fee
● Renewal Operator License Fee: $130
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: 3 years
OTHER:
● Only the lead needs to be certified. All other persons on site do not need to be.
Fingerprints are also required to be licensed
WASHINGTON:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
PO BOX 4264
Olympia, WA 98504-2642
Tel: (360) 596-3946
Fax: (360) 596-3934
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: WSP.WA.Gov
State Fireworks Law: RCW 70.77
State Fireworks Regulation(s): WAC 212-17
State Fireworks Codes Referenced : NFPA 1123
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? Depends upon
location.
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence)
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M)
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No)
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
YES
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? YES
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No)
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? 10 Days
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? 10 Days
● State Bond Required (Yes or No)
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 18
● Minimum of Documented displays: 6 (one must be within the last 12 MO)
● Minimum Experience: 1 Training Class
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom 2 from
Industry Professionals
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? Once
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● Minimum Passing Score: 80%
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) $10.00
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) $10.00
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator Yearly
OTHER:
WEST VIRGINIA:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
1207 Quarrier Street (2nd Floor)
Charleston, West Virginia 25301
Tel: 304-558-2191
Fax: 304-558-2537
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://firemarshal.wv.gov/Pages/default.aspx
State Fireworks Law: West Virginia Code, Chapter 29, Article 3E, 103CSR4
State Fireworks Regulation(s): W. Va. Rule 87CSR1
State Fireworks Codes Referenced: NFPA 495, 1123, 1124, 1126
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required: Yes ($50 Permit fee, $40 Application fee)
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage: No less than $1,000,000
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant: No
● State Transportation Permit Required: No
● Worker Compensation Insurance – No
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state Yes
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state: Yes ($500)
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state: No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display: No
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? N/A
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? N/A
● State Bond Required: Yes, $1,000
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: 21 Years (18 for in-training)
● Minimum of Documented displays: None
● Minimum Experience: None
● Letters of Recommendation: No
● Written Test Required: Yes, once
● Minimum Passing Score: 80%
● New Operator License Fee: $20 (In-Training) $40 (Pyrotechnician)
● Renewal Operator License Fee: $20
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator: Annually
OTHER:
WISCONSIN:
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Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
Lisa Wilson C/O Attorney General
P.O. Box 7857, Madison, WI 53707-7857
Tel:608-266-1671
Fax: (A.G. office) 608-267-2779
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: doj.state.wi.us/dci/state-fire-marshal
State Fireworks Law: docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/167#/statutes/statutes/167/_5
State Fireworks Regulation(s): doj.state.wi.us/sites/default/files/2014-news/fireworks-
advisory-2014.pdf
State Fireworks Codes Referenced (ie NFPA 1123 / 1124) Neither, only NFPA 1
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? No
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (Min per occurrence) N/A
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M) N/A
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No) NO
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other Statutory
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
No
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? No
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No) No
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
Yes. amount per municipality
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? N/A
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? N/A
● State Bond Required (Yes or No) No
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements
● Minimum Age: Operator 21, Assistant 18
● Minimum of Documented displays: N/A
● Minimum Experience: N/A
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom No
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? No
● Minimum Passing Score: N/A
● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) N/A
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) N/A
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator N/A
OTHER:
WYOMING:
Office of the State Fire Marshal Address: (Mailing)
Wyoming Department of Fire Prevention & Electrical Safety
320 West 25th Street, 3rd Floor, Cheyenne Wyoming 82002
Tel: 307-777-7288
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Fax:
Web Address of State Fire Marshal: https://wsfm.wyo.gov
State Fireworks Law: 2017 Wyoming Statutes, Title 35/Chapter 10/Article 2/Section 35-10-203
State Fireworks Regulation(s): Permits for Public Displays Required
State Fireworks Codes Referenced (ie NFPA 1123 / 1124) – n/a (no fireworks codes
referenced)
State Fireworks Requirements
● Public Display License Required (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee? NO
● Commercial General Liability Insurance Coverage (No amount specified in State
Regulations, defers to “any” governing body having the power to grant permits within the
area under its jurisdiction shall have the power to grant permits.
● HazMat Transportation Insurance – DOT Compliant (1.4 – $1M / 1.3 $5M) No amount
specified in State Regulations
● State Transportation Permit Required (Yes or No) No state permit specified in State
Regulations
● Worker Compensation Insurance – Statutory or Other No workers compensation
insurance specified in State Regulations
● Import/Export License to bring products into the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a fee?
No import/export license specified in State Regulations
● Wholesale License to purchase or sell products in the state (Yes or No) If Yes, is there a
fee? No license to purchase or sell specified in State Regulations
● Registration of individuals authorized to represent License holder in the state (Yes or
No) No registration of individuals specified in State Regulations
● Permit from Local AHJ for each display (Yes or No) – Fee dependent upon location.
“The state defers to “any” governing body having power to grant permits within the area
under its jurisdiction for supervised public displays of fireworks by individuals,
municipalities, amusement parks or other organizations and groups can adopt
reasonable rules and regulations for the granting of such permits. Every such display
shall be handled by a competent operator and shall be of such character and so located,
discharged and fired as not to be hazardous to property or endanger any person.”
● Permit Filing Period for Local: How many days prior? Dependent on the local jurisdiction
● Permit Filing Period for State: How many days? n/a
● State Bond Required (Yes or No) No bond specified in State Regulations
State Pyrotechnic Operator Requirements:
● Only the following statement is mentioned in their statutes: “Every such display shall be
handled by a competent operator and shall be of such character and so located,
discharged and fired as not to be hazardous to property or endanger any person.”
● Minimum Age: Not mentioned
● Minimum of Documented displays: Not mentioned
● Minimum Experience: Not mentioned
● Letters of Recommendation (Yes or No) If Yes, How many and from whom: Not
mentioned
● Written Test Required (Yes or No) If Yes, how often? Not mentioned
● Minimum Passing Score: Not mentioned
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● New Operator License Fee ($ Amount) Not mentioned
● Renewal Operator License Fee ($ Amount) Not mentioned
● Renewal Period for Licensed Operator Not mentioned
OTHER: Nothing else mentioned
