Firework assembler

Firework assemblers create explosive devices, coloured lights and set pieces for use as fireworks. They follow blueprints or pictures, fabricate various powders, put powder into casings or tubes, assemble all parts and inspects the final product.

The following job titles also refer to firework assembler:

firework maker
fireworks maker
pyrotechnics assembler
firework assembly worker
signal flare assembler
fireworks assembler

A high school diploma is generally required to work as a firework assembler.

ISCO skill level is defined as a function of the complexity and range of tasks and duties to be performed in an occupation. It is measured on a scale from 1 to 4, with 1 the lowest level and 4 the highest, by considering:

• the nature of the work performed in an occupation in relation to the characteristic tasks and duties
• the level of formal education required for competent performance of the tasks and duties involved and
• the amount of informal on-the-job training and/or previous experience in a related occupation required for competent performance of these tasks and duties.

Firework assembler is a Skill level 2 occupation.

These occupations, although different, require a lot of knowledge and skills similar to firework assembler.

dry house attendant
dangerous goods safety adviser
automotive brake technician
pesticide mixer
tracer powder blender

These occupations require some skills and knowledge of firework assembler. They also require other skills and knowledge, but at a higher ISCO skill level, meaning these occupations are accessible from a position of firework assembler with a significant experience and/or extensive training.

pyrotechnician
pyrotechnic designer
stage manager
fire protection technician
prop master/prop mistress

This knowledge should be acquired through learning to fulfill the role of firework assembler.

• Health and safety in the workplace: The body of rules, procedures and regulations related to safety, health and welfare of people in their workplace.
• Pyrotechnic articles legislation: The legal rules surrounding pyrotechnics and pyrotechnic materials.

These skills are necessary for the role of firework assembler.

• Set up pyrotechnical equipment: Make sure the pyrotechnic equipment for a performance is set up and ready for operation.
• Obtain pyrotechnic permits: Obtain the appropriate administrative permits and licences for use and transport of pyrotechnics and weapons.
• Build pyrotechnical devices: Build devices needed for the pyrotechnical effects in a performance.
• Operate pyrotechnical control: Take the necessary steps to operate pyrotechnical effects during a performance.
• Store pyrotechnical materials: Safely store materials used for pyrotechnical stage effects.

This knowledge is sometimes, but not always, required for the role of firework assembler. However, mastering this knowledge allows you to have more opportunities for career development.

• Appropriate packaging of dangerous goods: Know that packaging for different types of dangerous goods (other than for limited and excepted quantities) must be designed and constructed to UN specification standards and pass practical transport related tests, such as being dropped, stored in a stack, and being subjected to pressure. It must also meet the needs of the materials it is to contain. Packaging must be certified by a competent authority.
• Explosives: Behaviour of explosives, pyrotechnics and blasting techniques. Associated risks and legal requirements.
• Handling of dangerous goods: Know the handling procedures for a variety of potentially dangerous materials, such as explosives, flammable or toxic gases, flammable solids/liquids, infectious substances, radioactive substances, etc.

These skills and competences are sometimes, but not always, required for the role of firework assembler. However, mastering these skills and competences allows you to have more opportunities for career development.

• Test pyrotechnical effects: Test pyrotechnical effects before a performance to make sure they work smoothly and safely.
• Plan pyrotechnical effects: Plan the pyrotechnical effects for a performance. Develop an artistic vision into a plan, taking safety into account.
• Mix treating materials: Mix treating materials including reagents, catalysts and various chemicals.
• Adapt artistic plan to location: Adjust plans to other locations with regards to the artistic concept.
• Handle dangerous goods: Transport hazardous materials in a safe manner.
• Identify customer’s needs: Use appropriate questions and active listening in order to identify customer expectations, desires and requirements according to product and services.
• Read standard blueprints: Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.
• Work safely with pyrotechnical materials in a performance environment: Take necessary precautions while preparing, transporting, storing, installing and operating pyrotechnical materials and explosives of class T1 and T2.
• Monitor powdered ingredients: Monitor the batch and the ingredients, ensuring the weights and measures are conforming to the specified formula.

8219 – Assemblers not elsewhere classified

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References

1. Firework assembler – ESCO