Intention to use fireworks


The Department of Local Government has distributed a circular to councils titled Guidelines for Council when Notification is Received of an Intention to use Fireworks is Received.

The Guideline sets out how Hornsby Shire Council may impose conditions on an applicant’s use of fireworks.

The WorkCover website contains guidelines, forms and information about the operational conditions for fireworks displays. This information can be found at www.workcover.nsw.gov.au (Publications/licensing, registration and notification/dangerous goods, explosives, fireworks and pyrotechnics.)

Council will work with WorkCover to ensure that fireworks displays are conducted in a safe and responsible manner that minimises harm to the community and the environment.

Guidelines for Council when Notification of an Intention to use Fireworks is received - 29kb