This is standard stuff from the Dangerous Goods Technical Instructions (ICAO) and is pretty much the policy of every operator.. .. ."Items which, although classed as dangerous goods, can be carried by passengers or crew members ... Safety matches or a lighter for the person's own use and when carried on him. 'Strike anywhere' matches, lighters containing unabsorbed liquid fuel (other than liquified gas), lighter fuel and lighter refills are not permitted."