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Licensing, regulations, training, industry organizations, and major fireworks events organized by what you are trying to accomplish.
Licensing and compliance.
Start with the official ATF resource when researching a Federal Explosives License.
State rules and permits.
Official Missouri resources for fireworks regulations, licensing, permits, and approved training.
Fireworks Rules and Regulations
Current Missouri administrative rules for fireworks.
Missouri Secretary of StatePermitting and Licensing
Program information from the Missouri Division of Fire Safety.
Missouri DPSPyrotechnic Operator Application
Official application form for a Missouri pyrotechnic operator license.
PDF applicationApproved Fireworks Training
State-recognized courses and training information.
Missouri DPSStatutes and operator resources.
Official Kansas State Fire Marshal guidance for regulations, operator permits, and fireworks permits.
PGI and operator training.
Connect with the Pyrotechnics Guild International and learn about its Display Operator Course.
Major fireworks gatherings.
Competition, festival, and community events followed by KCAP members.