Crackerjacks - Training

Training is an integral part of the Crackerjacks. Safety is the most important aspect of the training we provide. We are actively involved with the PGI Display Operator Certification course. To allow our members to fire 1.3g (Class B) material they must complete the PGI training at an approved PGI class and must actively shoot 5 displays under supervision, until they can become certified. The Crackerjacks offers the course twice a year at various locations in the mid-Atlantic states.

Not only do we train shooters, but we also teach other technicians to become trainers. The Crackerjack's has at least 12 members that are PGI Certified Trainers.

In addition to operator training we have at least 3 seminars at every shoot. These seminars cover everything from electrical firing and choreography to the latest fireworks manufacturing techniques. There are always refresher classes on the classical fireworks design. Other seminars have included plastic shell design, end burning drivers, Clark's giant steel fountain, and a front seminar with product made entirely by club members. All seminars are taught by leading industry experts from both CrackerJacks members and experts from abroad.