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Events Special Effects

Special effects are often used at events to heighten the experience and create a fun and exciting atmosphere. This overview sets out the core principles, roles, planning checks, and hazard controls needed to manage fireworks, CO₂ jets, cold sparks, fog, flame effects and other event SFX safely, compliantly, and with clear show-stop authority.

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Events Special Effects | International Advice

Specialist: Katie Hodson

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Katie is an experienced Health and Safety consultant who began her career in the events industry. She also has extensive experience within the Motorsport industry.

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Article last updated on Feb 15th, 2026

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