BS EN 16256 discusses pyrotechnic articles. BS EN 16256-2 is the second part of the BS EN 16256 multi-series and discusses theatrical pyrotechnic articles. BS EN 16256-2 specifies the categories of theatrical pyrotechnic articles.
BS EN 16256-2 contains two types of categories. Categories T1 contain articles for stage use that present a low hazard and which are intended for indoor and outdoor use and categories T2 contain articles for stage use that are intended for use only by persons with specialist knowledge.
BS EN 16256-2 on categories of theatrical pyrotechnic articles is useful for:
Pyrotechnic articles are categorized into fireworks, theatrical pyrotechnic articles, and other pyrotechnic articles. Theatrical pyrotechnic articles mean pyrotechnics designed for stage use that is electrically or electronically initiated.
BS EN 16256-2 provides you with the procedures for placing generic types, subtypes or individual items of theatrical pyrotechnic articles into the appropriate Categories, T1 or T2 and lists them.
BS EN 16256-2 guidelines bring uniformity in reporting, documentation, research, innovation, and product development.
EN 16256-2:2012