The British Pyrotechnists Association (BPA) is the trade body that represents the majority of professional firework display companies in the United Kingdom.
In 2003 the British Pyrotechnists Association introduced a Firer’s training scheme for its members, to help set a common standard of safety and knowledge throughout the professional display industry.
Successful candidates are then issued with a BPA Firer’s identification card to show that they have undertaken the training course and passed the exam.
Although there is no statutory requirement in the United Kingdom for professional display operators to be licensed or to have received any training, many local authorities and organisations will only allow companies and individuals to work for them who have achieved the BPA qualification.
The scheme is based on a sound knowledge of the hazards associated with: In addition to the training and examination, each candidate is required to maintain a log book of their firework display experience.