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   The APA has just released updated information for proximate vendors.  The seven page paper is titled: "Generic Close Proximity Product Types: Pyrotechnics Used Before A Proximate Audience".  The purpose of this document is to provide generic descriptions and performance characteristics of commonly available proximate pyrotechnic devices used in the live entertainment industry.  This document is applicable to pyrotechnic operators, venue managers, event producers, Authorities having Jurisdiction (AHJs) and others desiring a basic introduction to the nomenclature, description and functioning of proximate pyrotechnic devices.  The full document is in the public area of the web site and may be found at:

 FIRST 2010 pyrotechnics LICENSE CLASSES SET

 aNNOUNCEMENT

Pyro Shows

SPRING FIREWORKS TRAINING SEMINARS

NASHVILLE – SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27

LAFOLLETTE – SATURDAY, MARCH 13

LAFOLLETTE – SATURDAY, APRIL 24 & 25

Contact David at 423 566 5729 if you would like to register for any of these seminars.

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE

Tennessee Outdoor Operator Recertification & Testing Seminar

Saturday, February 27, 2010    8 AM – 4 PM

Ramada Inn next to LP Field (Titans Stadium) at 303 Interstate Drive

Overnight guests should mention Pyro Shows for a special room rate of $64 + tax.

Call (615) 244-6690 for hotel reservation.

       Qualifies for 6-hours Continuing Education requirement to renew the Tennessee Outdoor Operators fireworks license.

·         The cost is $ 50 per person, but there is no charge to Pyro Shows employees or customers.

·         This seminar consists of classroom-only coursework designed to prepare experienced pyrotechnicians for the Tennessee Outdoor Operator Licensing Exam. 

·         The exam will be given at the end of the seminar.

·         If you only need the 6-hour Continuing Education coursework to renew your license, you will not have to stay for the exam. 

·         You should have experience on three fireworks shows before taking the exam, but anyone can attend the seminar.

·         There will be no Hands-On Live-Fire demonstrations at this seminar. 

·         This seminar is not for Indoor/Proximate or Flame Effects Licensed shooters.

LAFOLLETTE, TENNESSEE

Tennessee Outdoor Operator Recertification & Testing Seminar

Saturday, March 13, 2010    8 AM – 4 PM

Located at our Midway Storage Facility, 1808 Old Jacksboro Highway

·         Same notes as Nashville Seminar.

LaFollette, Tennessee

Pyro Shows Annual Spring Fireworks Seminar

Saturday, April 24^th & Sunday, April 25^th    8 AM – 7 PM

Located at our Midway Storage Facility, 1808 Old Jacksboro Highway

·         Qualifies for the 6-hour Continuing Education requirement to renew the Tennessee Outdoor Operator, Indoor/Proximate, and Flame Effects licenses. 

·         The cost is $ 50 per person per day, but there is no charge to Pyro Shows employees or customers.

·         This two-day seminar will include classroom and Hands-On, Live-Fire Demonstrations. 

·         This seminar is recommended for anyone interested in learning about fireworks, from the beginner, the seasonal shooter, to the career pyrotechnician.

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