Public Display Fireworks
- Exam
- Not reported
- Education
- Not reported
- Experience
- Not reported
- Background check
- Not reported
Persons firing dangerous fireworks for public displays, special effects fireworks in motion pictures, stage productions and television. The original and annual renewal fees shall be as follows: Fingerprints (DOJ charge) - $37 Basic commercial - $125 Restricted commercial - $50 Rockets - $50 Special Effects (1st Class) - $500 Special Effects (2nd Class) - $400 Special Effects (3rd Class) - $200 Theatrical - $400 Theatrical Trainee - $200 Performer - $250 Duplicate License- $25 Examination Frequency: One time. Exam Locations: Varies. Experience Requirement: Proven knowledge of installation and firing of dangerous fireworks. Average Time to Process Application: 4 - 6 weeks. Renewal Period: Annually (Fiscal Year). Special License Requirements: References (in writing) from at least 5 licensed pyrotechnic operators. Comments: License may be denied if convicted of a felony involving explosives or dangerous fireworks or convicted as a principal or accessory in a crime against property involving arson or other fire related offense. Authority: Health and Safety Code, Sections 12570-12578; California Code of Regulations, Sections 981-981.9, Title 19.
Requirements reported by the state
- Licence type
- Registry
Issuing body
- Division
- Engineering Division
- Board
- Office of the State Fire Marshal
- Address
- PO Box 944246 Sacramento, CA
- Agency website
- https://fire.ca.gov/
- Last updated
- May 22, 2024
Occupations (O*NET)
- Fireworks Distributor 27-2091.00
- Fireworks Distributor 27-2099.00
Source and verification
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