NFPA 1126 Pyrotechnic Effects Safety
Standards for Performances Exam
Questions and Answers All Correct
What safety equipment must the pyrotechnic operator and assistants wear? - Answer-
Safety glasses and protective clothing applicable to the hazards associated with the
material.
What should not be done while handling pyrotechnic materials? - Answer- No personnel
shall use or handle pyrotechnic materials while under the influence of intoxicating
substances.
What must the pyrotechnic effect operator inform performers about? - Answer- They are
exposed to a potentially hazardous situation when performing near pyrotechnic effects.
What is the responsibility of the pyrotechnic operator before a performance? - Answer-
Make a final check of wiring, positions, hookups, and pyrotechnic devices to ensure
they are in working order.
What must be controlled when pyrotechnics are fired? - Answer- The quantity of smoke
developed must not obscure visibility of exit signs or paths of egress.
What should be done immediately after each performance regarding pyrotechnic
devices? - Answer- The pyrotechnic operator must verify that all pyrotechnic devices
have been fired.
How should unfired pyrotechnic materials be handled after a performance? - Answer-
They should be either fired or disposed of according to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
What should be done with unused pyrotechnics after a performance? - Answer- They
should be disposed of according to the manufacturer's instructions or returned to
storage.
What must be verified regarding the performance site after all equipment is removed? -
Answer- The site must be free of any pyrotechnic devices or materials.
, What is required for the licensing of pyrotechnic operators? - Answer- Active
participation in the setup and loading of at least five performances using pyrotechnic
effects.
What are the formal requirements for obtaining a pyrotechnic operator license? -
Answer- Successful completion of a written examination, receipt of a competency
certificate, or possession of a license from another state.
What is required for the renewal of a pyrotechnic operator license? - Answer- Active
participation in at least three pyrotechnic performances in the past four years conducted
safely.
What does 27 CFR Part 555.62 state about licenses or permits? - Answer- They confer
no right to conduct operations contrary to state law and do not provide immunity from
violations.
What should be included in the inspection routine for pyrotechnics? - Answer- Access,
exits, pyrotechnic materials, electrical conditions, and flameproofing.
What is the definition of Articles Pyrotechnic? - Answer- Pyrotechnic devices for
professional use similar to consumer fireworks but not intended for consumer use.
What is the classification for consumer fireworks according to US regulations? -
Answer- Consumer fireworks are classed as Explosives 1.4G and described as
Fireworks UN0336.
What is Alternating Current (ac)? - Answer- An electrical current that reverses direction
in a circuit at regular intervals, commonly supplied from wall outlets.
What is a Black Match? - Answer- A fuse made from thread impregnated with Black
Powder used for igniting pyrotechnic devices.
What is a Blank Cartridge? - Answer- A cartridge constructed with a percussion primer
and filled with smokeless powder or other propellant, used in weapons.
What does the term Body Hit Effect refer to? - Answer- The effect of a bullet hit that
simulates impact from a weapon as it strikes a person.
What is a Bridgewire? - Answer- A fine wire that heats up or explodes when an electric
current is applied, used to fire pyrotechnic devices.
What is a Bullet Hit? - Answer- A small explosive charge attached to a person or object
to simulate a slug from a weapon.
What is Colored Smoke? - Answer- An aerosol of special dyestuffs dispersed by
pyrotechnic heat or explosion.
Standards for Performances Exam
Questions and Answers All Correct
What safety equipment must the pyrotechnic operator and assistants wear? - Answer-
Safety glasses and protective clothing applicable to the hazards associated with the
material.
What should not be done while handling pyrotechnic materials? - Answer- No personnel
shall use or handle pyrotechnic materials while under the influence of intoxicating
substances.
What must the pyrotechnic effect operator inform performers about? - Answer- They are
exposed to a potentially hazardous situation when performing near pyrotechnic effects.
What is the responsibility of the pyrotechnic operator before a performance? - Answer-
Make a final check of wiring, positions, hookups, and pyrotechnic devices to ensure
they are in working order.
What must be controlled when pyrotechnics are fired? - Answer- The quantity of smoke
developed must not obscure visibility of exit signs or paths of egress.
What should be done immediately after each performance regarding pyrotechnic
devices? - Answer- The pyrotechnic operator must verify that all pyrotechnic devices
have been fired.
How should unfired pyrotechnic materials be handled after a performance? - Answer-
They should be either fired or disposed of according to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
What should be done with unused pyrotechnics after a performance? - Answer- They
should be disposed of according to the manufacturer's instructions or returned to
storage.
What must be verified regarding the performance site after all equipment is removed? -
Answer- The site must be free of any pyrotechnic devices or materials.
, What is required for the licensing of pyrotechnic operators? - Answer- Active
participation in the setup and loading of at least five performances using pyrotechnic
effects.
What are the formal requirements for obtaining a pyrotechnic operator license? -
Answer- Successful completion of a written examination, receipt of a competency
certificate, or possession of a license from another state.
What is required for the renewal of a pyrotechnic operator license? - Answer- Active
participation in at least three pyrotechnic performances in the past four years conducted
safely.
What does 27 CFR Part 555.62 state about licenses or permits? - Answer- They confer
no right to conduct operations contrary to state law and do not provide immunity from
violations.
What should be included in the inspection routine for pyrotechnics? - Answer- Access,
exits, pyrotechnic materials, electrical conditions, and flameproofing.
What is the definition of Articles Pyrotechnic? - Answer- Pyrotechnic devices for
professional use similar to consumer fireworks but not intended for consumer use.
What is the classification for consumer fireworks according to US regulations? -
Answer- Consumer fireworks are classed as Explosives 1.4G and described as
Fireworks UN0336.
What is Alternating Current (ac)? - Answer- An electrical current that reverses direction
in a circuit at regular intervals, commonly supplied from wall outlets.
What is a Black Match? - Answer- A fuse made from thread impregnated with Black
Powder used for igniting pyrotechnic devices.
What is a Blank Cartridge? - Answer- A cartridge constructed with a percussion primer
and filled with smokeless powder or other propellant, used in weapons.
What does the term Body Hit Effect refer to? - Answer- The effect of a bullet hit that
simulates impact from a weapon as it strikes a person.
What is a Bridgewire? - Answer- A fine wire that heats up or explodes when an electric
current is applied, used to fire pyrotechnic devices.
What is a Bullet Hit? - Answer- A small explosive charge attached to a person or object
to simulate a slug from a weapon.
What is Colored Smoke? - Answer- An aerosol of special dyestuffs dispersed by
pyrotechnic heat or explosion.
