The New York State Department of Labor (NY DOL) issued a media advisory announcing an upcoming meeting of the Pyrotechnician Board of Examiners on April 1, 2026. The board will convene in Albany and New York City to consider applications for the Pyrotechnician’s Certificate of Competence, focusing on examinations, experience, and applicant competence. The meeting is open to the public and will be accessible via livestream.

Compliance officers should note the date and time of this meeting as it pertains to the certification process for pyrotechnicians in New York. While this is an informational notice about a meeting, any recommendations made by the board to the Commissioner could potentially lead to future regulatory changes or clarifications regarding pyrotechnician qualifications and licensing. No immediate compliance actions are required based on this announcement.