ORS 480.111
Definitions for ORS 480.111 to 480.165


As used in ORS 480.111 (Definitions for ORS 480.111 to 480.165) to 480.165 (Civil penalty for fireworks law violations):

(1)

“Cone fountain” means a cardboard or heavy paper cone that:

(a)

Contains 50 grams or less of pyrotechnic composition;

(b)

If mounted on a common base with other cones having less than one-half inch of separation, results, when measured in combination with all other cones on the base, in a total pyrotechnic composition of not more than 200 grams;

(c)

If mounted on a common base with other cones having at least one-half inch of separation, results, when measured in combination with all other cones on the base, in a total pyrotechnic composition of not more than 500 grams; and

(d)

Upon ignition has the same effect as a cylindrical fountain.

(2)

“Consumer fireworks” means:

(a)

A cone fountain, a cylindrical fountain, a flitter sparkler, a ground spinner, an illuminating torch or a wheel, or a combination of two or more of those items; and

(b)

Any other items, other than exempt fireworks, containing 500 grams or less of pyrotechnic composition that the State Fire Marshal recognizes by rule to be suitable for retail sale to members of the general public for individual use.

(3)

“Cylindrical fountain” means a cylindrical tube that:

(a)

Contains 75 grams or less of pyrotechnic composition;

(b)

If mounted on a common base with other tubes having less than one-half inch of separation, results, when measured in combination with all other tubes on the base, in a total pyrotechnic composition of not more than 200 grams;

(c)

If mounted on a common base with other tubes having at least one-half inch of separation, results, when measured in combination with all other tubes on the base, in a total pyrotechnic composition of not more than 500 grams;

(d)

Upon ignition produces a shower of colored sparks and may produce a whistling effect; and

(e)

Is provided with a means for restraining the behavior of the item, such as a spike for insertion into the ground, a wood or plastic base for placing on the ground or, if designed to be handheld, a wood or cardboard handle.

(4)

“Display fireworks” means pyrotechnic devices that:

(a)

Are designed for travel into the air or to project effects from a fixed position; and

(b)

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(A)

Are classified by the United States Department of Transportation as Division 1.3 compatibility group G explosives or Division 1.4 compatibility group G explosives; or

(B)

Contain more than 500 grams of pyrotechnic composition and are classified by the United States Department of Transportation as Division 1.4 compatibility group E or S explosives.

(5)

“Exempt fireworks” means the following:

(a)

Paper caps containing 0.25 grains or less of explosive mixture and toy guns, canes or other devices designed for firing those caps.

(b)

Snakes or similar smoke-producing items containing 100 grains or less of combustible substances.

(c)

Model rockets and model rocket motors that are used to propel recoverable models of rocket.

(d)

Novelties and trick noisemakers.

(e)

Emergency signaling devices, if used in railroad, boat, motor vehicle or other means of transportation for warning or illumination purposes.

(f)

Blank cartridges of a type used:

(A)

For theater or other shows;

(B)

For signaling or ceremonial purposes in athletics or sports; or

(C)

By the militia, an organization of war veterans or other organizations, if parading an armed color guard.

(g)

Cartridges, shells or gunpowder for use in legally permitted types of firearms.

(h)

Military pyrotechnic and signaling devices classified by the United States Department of Transportation as Division 1.4 compatibility group S explosives that are assigned to and in the possession of the Armed Forces of the United States, or an authorized agent of the armed forces, as inventory for use by the armed forces or agent in training active members of the armed forces in their duties.

(i)

Other items that in the judgment of the State Fire Marshal do not require regulation or restrictions on sale.

(6)

“Explosive mixture” means a substance arranged in a manner to allow burning in less than one second.

(7)

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(a)

“Fireworks” means:

(A)

Consumer fireworks;

(B)

Display fireworks;

(C)

Exempt fireworks;

(D)

Pyrotechnic articles;

(E)

Special effects; and

(F)

Other pyrotechnic devices that:
(i)
Are capable of producing audible, visual, mechanical or thermal effects through combustion, deflagration or detonation; and
(ii)
Contain chemical elements and compounds that are capable of burning independently of atmospheric oxygen or contain flammable liquid mixtures or flammable gas mixtures.

(b)

“Fireworks” does not mean a candle, flaming club, flaming baton or other device that is designed to keep the flame and thermal radiation in close proximity to the device.

(8)

“Fireworks display” means an entertainment feature at which the public or a private group is allowed to view a display or discharge that uses or explodes display fireworks or pyrotechnic articles.

(9)

“Flitter sparkler” means a narrow paper tube that:

(a)

Contains five grams or less of pyrotechnic composition;

(b)

Produces colored sparks upon ignition; and

(c)

Is activated by igniting paper located at one end of the tube.

(10)

“Ground spinner” means a small device similar to a wheel in design and effect that:

(a)

Contains 20 grams or less of pyrotechnic composition;

(b)

Vents from an orifice located on the side of the tube or elsewhere on the device; and

(c)

When placed on the ground and ignited, spins rapidly and produces a shower of colored sparks.

(11)

“Illuminating torch” means a cylindrical tube that:

(a)

Contains 100 grams or less of pyrotechnic composition; and

(b)

Is provided with a means for restraining the behavior of the item, such as a spike for insertion into the ground, a wood or plastic base for placing on the ground or, if designed to be handheld, a wood or cardboard handle.

(12)

“Local government” has the meaning given that term in ORS 174.116 (“Local government” and “local service district” defined).

(13)

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(a)

“Manufacture” means to make, construct, fabricate or produce fireworks.

(b)

“Manufacture” does not mean:

(A)

The assembly or fabrication of sets or mechanical pieces for fireworks displays; or

(B)

Actions taken within the scope of a certification for conducting fireworks displays or for a pyrotechnics operator.

(14)

“Pyrotechnic articles” means devices that:

(a)

Are designed for professional use;

(b)

Are similar to consumer fireworks in chemical composition and construction;

(c)

Contain 500 grams or less of pyrotechnic composition;

(d)

Are not labeled as consumer fireworks; and

(e)

Have identification numbers UN0431 or UN0432 in the United States Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Table set forth in 49 C.F.R. 172.101 or an amendment or replacement of that identification standard recognized by the State Fire Marshal.

(15)

“Pyrotechnic composition” means a mixture that is:

(a)

Composed of a metal powder having a high combustion temperature and an oxidant; and

(b)

Capable of an exothermic reaction that produces light, heat, smoke, sound or gas.

(16)

“Pyrotechnic device” means consumer fireworks, display fireworks, pyrotechnic articles, special effects and bird and animal control devices, and other combinations or compositions of materials, that produce audible, visual, mechanical or thermal effects.

(17)

“Special effects” means articles containing pyrotechnic composition that, subject to authorization from the appropriate jurisdiction, are:

(a)

Manufactured, assembled, designed or discharged in connection with television, theater or motion picture productions, concerts or conference centers; or

(b)

Used for commercial, industrial, educational, recreational or entertainment purposes.

(18)

“Wheel” means a pyrotechnic device that:

(a)

Is designed to be attached to a post or tree by means of a nail or string;

(b)

Has one or more driver units or tubes, each containing not more than 60 grams of pyrotechnic composition;

(c)

Contains a total of not more than 200 grams of pyrotechnic composition; and

(d)

Upon ignition revolves and produces a shower of colored sparks and may produce a whistling effect. [2013 c.24 §2]

Source: Section 480.111 — Definitions for ORS 480.111 to 480.165, https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors480.­html.

480.010
Labels for blasting powder and fuse
480.020
Prohibition against sale of bad powder
480.030
Fuse unfit for use and sale
480.040
Sale, exchange or possession, when unlawful
480.050
Prohibition against intrastate transportation of explosives in passenger vehicle operated by common carrier
480.060
Transportation of certain explosives prohibited
480.070
Fire bombs prohibited
480.085
Requirement for removal of unused explosives from work area
480.095
Penalty and civil liability for violation of ORS 480.085
480.111
Definitions for ORS 480.111 to 480.165
480.120
Sale, possession and use of fireworks prohibited
480.123
Use for repelling birds or other animals
480.124
Use for control of predatory animals allowed
480.127
Permit for retail sale of consumer fireworks
480.130
Permit for fireworks display
480.140
Fireworks displays to be under supervision of police and fire department chiefs or county court
480.150
Permits for fireworks sales or displays
480.152
Publication of advertisement for sale of unlawful fireworks prohibited
480.154
Manufacturer or wholesaler required to maintain records of sale of fireworks
480.156
Sale of fireworks to out-of-state resident without valid license or permit prohibited
480.158
Parents of minor liable for costs incurred in suppressing fires caused by use of fireworks by minor
480.160
Local regulation and effect of state law
480.165
Civil penalty for fireworks law violations
480.200
Definitions for ORS 480.200 to 480.290
480.205
Application
480.210
Certificate, license or permit required
480.215
Transfer of explosives limited
480.225
Eligibility for certificate of possession
480.230
Application for certificate of possession
480.235
Waiting period for issuance of certificate of possession
480.239
Application for renewal of certificate of possession
480.244
Storage facility approval
480.265
Report of loss, theft or unlawful removal of explosives required
480.270
Revocation or suspension for violations
480.275
Hearings on denial, suspension or revocation of certificate
480.280
Administration and enforcement by State Fire Marshal
480.290
Requirements for person driving vehicle transporting explosives
480.310
Definitions for ORS 480.315 to 480.385
480.315
Policy
480.320
Use of coin-operated pumps and dispensing of gasoline by self-service declared hazardous
480.330
Operation of gasoline dispensing device by public prohibited
480.340
Coin-operated or self-service gasoline pumps prohibited
480.341
Customer operation of gasoline dispensing device in low-population county of eastern Oregon
480.343
Customer operation of gasoline dispensing device in specified coastal counties
480.344
Equal access for persons with disabilities
480.345
Conditions for operation of dispensing device by certain nonretail customers
480.347
Use of gasoline dispensing device by emergency service volunteer
480.349
Use of gasoline dispensing device by motorcycle operator
480.350
License required for operation of nonretail facility
480.355
Conditional use license
480.360
Exemption from gallonage requirements of ORS 480.345
480.365
Suspension, revocation, refusal to issue or renew nonretail facility license
480.370
Subpoenas for investigation
480.375
Safety inspection of facilities by State Fire Marshal
480.380
Rules
480.385
Civil penalty for gasoline dispensing law violations
480.390
Nonretail facilities at airports
480.410
Definition
480.420
Liquefied petroleum gas rules and regulations
480.430
Liquefied petroleum gas containers
480.432
Licenses required
480.434
Examination of applicants for licenses
480.435
Licenses
480.436
License fees
480.440
Inspection of certain storage tanks
480.445
Regulation of liquefied petroleum gas container or receptacle siting and installation
480.450
Notice of new installations
480.460
Disposition of fees
480.510
Short title
480.515
Definitions for ORS 480.510 to 480.670
480.520
Purpose of ORS 480.510 to 480.670
480.525
Exempt vessels
480.530
Powers and duties of department
480.535
Board of Boiler Rules
480.540
Term of members
480.545
Rules
480.550
Minimum safety standards
480.555
Prohibitions relating to nonconforming vessels
480.560
Inspections
480.565
Chief and deputy inspectors
480.570
Inspections by special inspectors or others
480.580
Access to buildings and premises by inspectors
480.585
Temporary operation authorization
480.595
Permits
480.600
Special provisions on permit and inspection fees
480.605
Miscellaneous fees
480.610
Disposition of fees
480.615
Appeals
480.630
Licensing of boiler contractors and persons installing, altering or repairing boilers or pressure vessels
480.632
Employment of unlicensed worker prohibited
480.634
Exemption of journeyman plumber for certain activities
480.640
When court action not available
480.645
Standardized examination
480.647
Quality control procedures for welding on nonboiler external piping
480.660
Notice of violation
480.670
Civil penalty for Boiler and Pressure Vessel Law violations
480.990
Penalties
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