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Fireworks

Permits

Application for Outdoor Display

Sample of Display Site Plan

§68-1629. Applications for permits for display fireworks must be submitted in writing prior to the date of display to the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) as defined by the NFPA 1123 where the display is to occur. If the display is in an area outside the jurisdiction of a city or town, application for permit shall be submitted in writing to the State Fire Marshal's Office ten (10) days prior to the date of the display. Every display shall be under the direction of a competent, responsible operator of legal age and be conducted under the code of regulations as adopted by the State Fire Marshal Commission. The person or organization making application for permit must submit to the AHJ evidence of a general liability insurance policy in an amount of not less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) or the amount set forth by the local governing authority. Before a permit is granted, a local fire inspector or an agent of the State Fire Marshal shall inspect and approve or reject the site of the display. No permit so granted shall be transferable.

Licensing

For a Retail Fireworks License, contact an Oklahoma licensed fireworks distributor or wholesaler.

Every retail fireworks location shall possess a valid current sales tax permit issued by the Oklahoma Tax Commission. The sales tax permit shall be conspicuously posted in the immediate vicinity of the sales operation and shall be immediately available for examination by the public or any enforcement officer. 

Click here for a downloadable document that lists requirements for consumer fireworks retail sales facilities

Click here for a model of fireworks stand design

Certification & Training

Entities wishing to provide Outdoor Display Operators Training programs should complete the Request for Display Fireworks Training Program form and mail with your course materials for approval.

People wishing to become licensed Outdoor Display Operators, AHJ's, and anyone else interested in learning more about the State of Oklahoma requirements for retail licensing and sales of fireworks, please contact one of the entities below to attend approved fireworks training courses:

  • Western Enterprises / 580.855.2203 / Course Authorization #FOP-001-13
  • Rainbow Fireworks / 620.663.6491 / Course Authorization #FOP-003-13
  • Hance Pyrotechnics / 918.458.1758 / Course Authorization #FOP-004-13
  • Wald & Co Inc d/b/a All American Display Fireworks / 816.537.7400 / Course Authorization #FOP-005-13
  • Extreme Pyrotechnics / 405.615.8897 / Course Authorization #FOP-006-13
  • Liberty Pyrotechnics LLC / 417.825.3171 / Course Authorization #FOP-007-13
  • Atlas Enterprises Inc / 800.488.7976 / Course Authorization #FOP-008-13
  • Pyrotecnico / 828.699.8572 / Course Authorization #FOP-009-13
  • Hog Wild Pyrotechnics / 479.790.4200 / Course Authorization #FOP-010-16
  • ARC Pyrotechnics Inc / 833.272.7976 / Course Authorization #FOP-011-16
  • Pyro Shows of Texas Inc / 800.488.7976 / Course Authorization #FOP-012-16
  • Illumination Fireworks / 972.245.7976 / Course Authorization #FOP-013-17
  • AM Pyrotechnics LLC / 417.267.3799 / Course Authorization #FOP-014-17
  • J & M Displays Inc / 800-848-3890 / Course Authorization #FOP-015-18
  • Riverside Fireworks / 479.524.0014 / Course Authorization #FOP-016-19

Please contact one of the entities below to attend approved fireworks continuing education unit training:

  • Western Enterprises / 580.855.2203 / Course Authorization #FCEU-001-15
  • Rainbow Fireworks / 620.663.6491 / Course Authorization #FCEU-002-15
  • Hance Pyrotechnics / 918.458.1758 / Course Authorization #FCEU-003-15
  • Wald & Co Inc d/b/a All American Display Fireworks / 816.537.7400 / Course Authorization #FCEU-004-15
  • Hog Wild Pyrotechnics / 479.790.4200 / Course Authorization #FCEU-005-16
  • ARC Pyrotechnics Inc / 833.272.7976 / Course Authorization #FCEU-006-16
  • Pyro Shows of Texas Inc / 800.488.7976 / Course Authorization #FCEU-007-16
  • AM Pyrotechnics LLC / 417.267.3799 / Course Authorization #FCEU-008-17
  • Riverside Fireworks / 479.524.0014 / Course Authorization #FCEU-009-19
  • Imperial Fireworks Company LLC / 918.237.0537 / Course Authorization #FCEU-010-19

  • You are to contact a technology center test site to make a testing appointment for the written examination BEFORE submitting your Application for Outdoor Display Operator.
  • A list of technology centers is available for State Fire Marshal certifications.
  • You will need to present valid and current photo identification issued by a U.S. government entity.
  • No code books, notes or other loose documents may be brought into the testing facility - resources will be collected by the test site coordinator.
  • Upon receipt of your completed Application, requested documentation and required licensing fees, your test results will be verified and your license will be processed and mailed to the address provided on your application.

Statutes & Admin Rules

Oklahoma Statutes

  • 68 O.S. § 1622 - Definitions
  • 68 O.S. § 1623 - Conditions for Storage, Sale and Use
  • 68 O.S. § 1624 - Certain Fireworks Prohibited - Labeling of Fireworks
  • 68 O.S. § 1624.1 - Aerial Luminaries, commonly known as Sky Lanterns, Hawaii Lanterns, Knogming Lanterns, Chinese Lanterns, Sky Candles, Fire Balloons or Flying Luminaries (Effective 8-22-2013)
  • 68 O.S. § 1625 - License Fees
  • 68 O.S. § 1627 - Necessity for Licenses - Unlawful Sales - Unlawful Discharging
  • 68 O.S. § 1628 - Violations and Penalties - Contraband - Enforcement
  • 68 O.S. § 1629 - Applications for Permits for Display Fireworks
  • 68 O.S. § 1630 - Sale, Possession, and Shipment of Display Fireworks - License Required
  • 68 O.S. § 1631 - Minimum Requirements - Additional Regulation by City Ordinance
  • 68 O.S. § 1633 - Requirements of Engaging in Business of Manufacturing Fireworks
  • 68 O.S. § 1636 - Application for Manufacturer, Distributor, or Wholesaler License - Application for Permits for Display Fireworks
Last Modified on Nov 26, 2025