What Should You Bring in Your Bag Before Doing Fire?**
Community summary (2014–2022)
Introduction
Since 2014, the Burn Crew Concept community has shared essential equipment lists for practicing Fire safely.
Over the years, these exchanges revealed that different situations require different preparations:
- At home (storage and safety)
- Going out to train
- Fire Photography sessions
- Professional shows & performances
This guide gathers all community recommendations, tips, and experience-based advice into one structured reference.
1. AT HOME: Storage Rules & Safety
Storing flammables or pyrotechnic materials at home involves real risks. Here are the fundamental principles:
1.1. Do NOT store everything together
Strictly separate:
- fuels
- powders
- fireworks or pyrotechnics
- wicks and fabrics
- any flammable equipment
Keep them far from any heat source or light exposure.
1.2. Provide a proper environment
- A dry, cool, and stable room
- Never store in hot, humid, or poorly ventilated areas
1.3. Keep safety equipment nearby
- 1 or 2 appropriate fire extinguishers
- A fire blanket
- A dedicated storage box for sensitive items
- Accessible water source
2. GOING OUT TO TRAIN
The essential kit for any training session, beginner or advanced:
Core Equipment
- Fire blanket
- Damp towel / wet cloth
- Plenty of water
- Fuel + funnel
- Dip can (trempoir / fuel pot)
- Checked and safe props
- Lighter or torch lighter
- Headlamp or portable light
- Gloves
- Arm protectors / long mitts
- Water spray (clothes & hair)
- Safety goggles (crucial for Fire breathers and sparkles)
Tool Kit
- Swiss knife or Leatherman
- Scissors
- Pliers + cutting pliers
- Screwdrivers
- Electrical tape
- Tape and glue
First Aid
- Burn cream (OsmoSoft)
- Aloe Vera
- Lavender essential oil
- Saline solution
- Disinfectant + compresses
- Bandages
- Cleaning/disinfecting wipes
- Cicatryl or similar healing cream
Hygiene & Comfort
- Deodorant
- Sparkling water for mouth rinsing (fire breathers)
- Baby wipes
- Clean towel
- Drinking water
- A snack (fire practice burns calories and can cause dizziness)
Hair & Clothing
- Hair ties
- Clips
- Beanie / hood
- Hairbrush
- Fabric fireproofing spray for synthetic clothes
Miscellaneous
- Fully charged phone + emergency numbers saved
- Power bank
- Trash bag
- Ground tarp
- Flashlight
- ID / documents
3. FOR A FIRE PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION
Fire + photography requires extra preparation and precision.
Additional Items
- Perfectly clean and well-maintained props
- Clean dip can with a lid
- Neutral-colored black towel for photos
- Water spray for controlled effects
- Dry cloths and cleaning rags
- Powerful lamp or LED floodlight
- Suitable clothing for high-quality visuals
- Hair/face touch-up kit
- Complete first aid kit
4. FOR A PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE (SHOW / EVENT)
A show requires a higher level of discipline, safety, and professionalism.
Performance Checklist
- Fire blankets (minimum 2)
- Technical tarp for the fueling zone
- Dip cans + enough fuel
- Fully checked props adapted to the show
- Safe / fire-resistant costumes
- Extra fireproofing spray
- Flashlight / headlamp
- Professional-grade first aid kit
- Charged phone
- Power bank
- Water + towels
- Full tool kit
- Trash bags (leave no trace)
- Music:
- playlist
- charged speaker
- Food & drink (non-alcoholic)
5. GLOBAL MASTER LIST
(Complete compilation of all community contributions from 2014–2022)
Safety
- Fire blanket
- Wet cloth / damp towel
- Large amount of water
- Burn cream / OsmoSoft
- Aloe vera
- Lavender essential oil
- Saline solution
- Disinfectant wipes
- Bandages
- Cicatryl
- Fire extinguisher (for storage)
Fire / Technical
- Fuel
- Funnel
- Fuel can / pot
- Dip can
- Lighter or torch lighter
- Checked props
- Water spray
- Fireproofing spray
Tools
- Swiss knife / Leatherman
- Pliers
- Cutting pliers
- Screwdrivers
- Scissors
- Electrical tape
- Regular tape
- Glue
- Small mirror
Hygiene & Comfort
- Deodorant
- Drinking water (sparkling for breathers)
- Clean towel
- Change of clothes (fire breathers)
- Baby wipes
- Mouthwash
- Hairbrush
- Hair ties, clips, beanie/hood
- Snack
- Gaviscon (used by some before/after)
Lighting / Electronics
- Headlamp
- Flashlight
- Charged phone
- Power bank
- Speaker
- Playlist
Various
- ID / personal documents
- Trash bag
- Tarp
- Storage bags
- Dip can with lid
- A “guardian angel” (safety assistant)
6. Conclusion
This guide shows that practicing Fire—regardless of level—requires discipline, preparation, and a safety culture.
It serves as a solid reference for:
- Beginners learning proper equipment
- Fire photographers
- Performers preparing shows
- Event organizers and safety teams
This document is ready to become an official article for BurnCrewConcept.net.