The APA is the premier trade association of the fireworks industry and was founded in 1948 with three principle aims:

  • To encourage safety in the design and use of all types of fireworks.
  • To provide industry information and support to our members.
  • To promote responsible regulation of the fireworks industry.

For nearly 60 years, the American Pyrotechnics Association (APA) has set the agenda and determined the priorities that serve the common good of the companies and professionals in the fireworks industry. Learn more about the Benefits of APA Membership

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July 4th Fireworks Safety

APA Winter Educational Conference
February 16-19, 2010
The Palazzo Hotel, Las Vegas, NV

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View Video on the Safe Selection & Use of Fireworks
 
APA’s Executive Director Julie Heckman provides tips on the safe use of consumer/backyard fireworks.

The APA Encourages the Public to be Safe & Smart with Consumer Fireworks
Buying Illegal Products? Not an Explosive Idea
Ensuring a Sparkling Good (& Safe) Time
See the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s 12 Fireworks Safety Tips

CPSC Announces Decline in Fireworks-Related Injuries

The APA Hits the Road for Safety- for press information click here
for enforcement officials click here


APA Staff
Contact the APA Staff with your association or industry questions.

The APA Public Service Announcement features the faces of the fireworks industry urging Americans to celebrate responsibly.


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P.O. Box 30438 * Bethesda, MD 20824
Phone: (301) 907-8181 * Fax (301) 907-9148


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