Fireworks Inspections & Safety
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Fire Prevention and PubEd Tools
Fireworks Program Rules Fire Restrictions Map
A brief video and overview of firework retail inspections.
An extended slide deck and many other resources are available below.
Infographics
Checklists & Forms
- Fireworks Public Display (Show) - Inspection Checklist
- Fireworks Retail Sales - Inspection Form
- Fireworks Retail Sales - Notice of Violation
- Fireworks Retail Sales - No Smoking Sign
- Fireworks Retail Sales - Age Req'ts Sign
Check Vendor Licenses
- Email contact: cdps_dfpc_fireworks@state.co.us
- Per Section 5.3 of 8 CCR 1507-12: All applications for a Retailer of Fireworks License shall be received by the Division at least thirty (30) days prior to the start of permitted activities. The deadline for July 4th Retail Fireworks applications (stands) is June 4th of the licensing year.
- Licensed Fireworks Stands
- Licensed Fireworks Exporters
- Licensed Fireworks Wholesalers
- Licensed Fireworks Display Retailers
- Fireworks Program Rules (8 CCR 1507-12)
Fireworks Basics Video Presentation
Fireworks PPT Presentation Slides (PDF)
PubEd Programs
Join the BUCKET BRIGADE! Fireworks Safety at Home
- License Types
Retailer of Fireworks (stands): Required to sell, offer for sell, expose for sale or possess with intent to sell permissible fireworks at retail. Valid from date of issuance to the end of the calendar year (12/31).
Display Retailer of Fireworks License: Required to sell deliver, consign, give or furnish fireworks to any person authorized to conduct a fireworks display in Colorado. Valid from the date of issuance through 8/31 of the year following issuance.
Wholesaler of Fireworks License: Required to sell, deliver, consign, give or furnish permissible fireworks to a retailer for resale in Colorado. Valid from the date of issuance through 8/31 of the year following issuance.
Exporter of Fireworks License: Required to sell, deliver, consign, give or furnish fireworks for export outside of Colorado. Valid from the date of issuance through 8/31 of the year following issuance.
- License Requirements
Step 1: Please have the following documents completed and ready to upload prior to completing an application:
- Certificate of Good Standing from the Colorado Secretary of State
- Trade Name Affidavit (required when using a trade name or fictitious name)
- Legible valid (not expired) copy of Principal, Drivers License or ID Card
- Proof of General Liability Insurance with at least $1 Million in general liability.
Step 2: Complete and submit the appropriate Background Check form and payment. The Colorado Bureau of Investigations (CBI) conducts background checks for DFPC. No licenses or permits will be issued without a CBI Background Check.
- Colorado Bureau of Investigation Background Check *follow instructions at the top of application*
- CBI Background Pay by Credit Card - processing takes approximately 2 business days
- CBI Background Pay by Check - processing takes approximately 1 week
Step 3: Complete the appropriate application form below.
Retailer (Stands) Fireworks License Application
Fireworks Trade (Exporter, Wholesaler or Display Retailer) License Application
- License Fees
Retailer $50 per location/stand Display Retailer $1500 per year Wholesaler $1500 per year Exporter $1500 per year