For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
LEAD PYROTECHNIC OPERATOR. An individual who is responsible for the safety, setup and discharge of the pyrotechnic display and who is licensed pursuant to the Pyrotechnic Distributor and Operator Licensing Act, being 225 ILCS 227/1 et seq.
PERSON. An individual, firm, corporation, association, partnership, company, consortium, joint venture or commercial entity.
PYROTECHNIC DISPLAY. The detonation, ignition or deflagration of display fireworks or flame effects to produce visual or audible effects of an exhibitional nature before the public, invitees or licensees, regardless or whether admission is charged, and as may be further defined in the Pyrotechnic Operator Licensing Act.
SPECIAL EFFECTS FIREWORKS. Pyrotechnic devices used for special effects by professionals in the performing arts in conjunction with theatrical, musical or other productions that are similar to consumer fireworks in chemical compositions and construction, but are not intended for consumer use and are not labeled as such or identified as intended for indoor use. SPECIAL EFFECTS FIREWORKS are classified as fireworks UN0431 or UN0432 by the United States. Department of Transportation under 49 C.F.R. § 172.101.
(Prior Code, § 93.02) (Ord. 06-035, passed 6-27-2006; Ord. 2017-005, passed 2-27-2017)
Statutory reference:
Related provisions, see 425 ILCS 35/1