8-14-2: DEFINITIONS:
The following definitions apply to this chapter:
DANGEROUS FIREWORKS:
As defined in Health and Safety Code sections 12505 and 12561 and the relevant sections of title 19, Code of Regulations, subchapter 6 which are hereby incorporated by reference.
ENFORCEMENT OFFICER:
As defined in section 1-3-3 or any other individual or body appointed by the city manager to enforce codes and which is authorized to administer this chapter.
FIRE CHIEF:
The fire chief of the City by and through the Kern County Fire Department for Fire Prevention and Inspection Services or his or her authorized representatives.
FIREWORKS STAND:
Any building, counter, or other structure of a temporary nature used in the sale, offering for sale, or display for sale of safe and sane fireworks.
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION:
Any non-profit association, charity or corporation organized primarily for veteran, patriotic, welfare, civic betterment or charitable purposes which has been issued a tax-exempt certificate as required under the Revenue and Taxation Code of the State of California or a group which is an integral part of a recognized national organization having such tax-exempt status or an organization affiliated with and officially recognized by an elementary, junior high and/or high school and/or school district that serves, in whole or in part, the residents of the City or public and/or private community college, college and/or university which is located within the boundaries of the City.
PUBLIC DISPLAY OF FIREWORKS:
An entertainment feature where the public is admitted or permitted to view the display or discharge of fireworks.
PYROTECHNIC OPERATOR:
This term is as defined in Health and Safety Code section 12527.
SAFE AND SANE FIREWORKS (a.k.a. "state-approved fireworks"):
Means "safe and sane fireworks" as set forth in Health and Safety Code sections 12529 and 12562 the relevant sections of title 19, Code of Regulations, subchapter 6 which are hereby incorporated by reference.
STATE FIRE MARSHAL:
The California State Fire Marshal. (Ord. 852-23, 7-18-2023)