QUARRY SPECIALIST COURSE

LESSON: PREPARE FOR A QUARRY BLAST

Lesson Number: 051-62G1-E02

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PREPARE EXPLOSIVES AND DEMOLITION MATERIAL FOR A QUARRY BLAST Lesson Topics

Blast Site Safety General Safety Considerations Natural and Physical Properties

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PREPARE EXPLOSIVES AND DEMOLITION MATERIAL FOR A QUARRY BLAST Blast Site Safety

Review quarry site standing operating procedures (SOP) for blasting operations Ensure all personnel are briefed on the mission

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PREPARE EXPLOSIVES AND DEMOLITION MATERIAL FOR A QUARRY BLAST General Safety Considerations
Take your time when working with explosives Always maintain control Use the minimum amount of explosives Avoid using deteriorated or damaged explosives Maintain accurate accountability Store blasting caps separately Account for all personnel and equipment
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PREPARE EXPLOSIVES AND DEMOLITION MATERIAL FOR A QUARRY BLAST General Safety Considerations
Ensure you give the warning Fire in the hole three times before initiating demolitions Detonating cord - Do not carry det cord around your neck - Never use the first 6 inches of det cord from a new or partial roll - Avoid sharp bends, loops, and kinks in det cord - Avoid stepping on the det cord

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PREPARE EXPLOSIVES AND DEMOLITION MATERIAL FOR A QUARRY BLAST Natural and Physical Properties
Lightning - Is a hazard to both electric and nonelectric blasting operations - Strikes or nearby misses are almost certain to initiate either type of system Blast effects - Personnel may experience permanent hearing loss or other injury from the pressure wave - Hearing protection should be worn during all blasting operations - Observe minimum safe distance for bare charges
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