[Ord. No. 04-005 §1, 2-23-2004]
A.
A permit
for any proposed work shall be deemed to have been abandoned twelve
(12) months after the date of issuance. Unless such work under said
permit has been diligently prosecuted; except that the Fire Marshal
may grant extension for the completion of said work under such permit,
which extension of time shall not exceed one (1) year. Should work
not commence or complete within the twelve (12) months from issuance
of such permit, even with an extension which may have been granted
by the Fire Marshal, such permit shall cease and be null, void and
have no effect. A new permit must be obtained as if an original.
B.
Inspection And Permit Fees.
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Blasting Permit:
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$50.00 for 30-day
$600.00 per year
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Storage of Explosives:
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$150.00 per year per location
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[Ord. No. 04-005 §1, 2-23-2004]
As used in this Chapter, the following terms shall have these
prescribed meanings:
A blasting cap containing two (2) grams of a mixture of eighty
percent (80%) mercury fulminate and twenty percent (20%) potassium
chlorate or a cap of equivalent strength.
The "City of Herculaneum".
Any structure that is owned or controlled by the explosives
user.
Gunpowder used for blasting, all forms of high explosives,
fuses, detonators and detonating agents, smokeless powders and any
chemical compound or mechanical mixture that is commonly used or intended
for the purpose of producing an explosion containing any oxidizing
and combustible units or other ingredients in such proportion, quantities
or packing that ignition by friction, by concussion, by percussion,
by detonation of, by any part of the compound or mixture may cause
such a sudden generation of highly heated gases that the resultant
gas pressures are capable of producing destructive effects on contiguous
objects or of destroying life and limb; but explosives shall not include
small arms ammunition, gasoline, kerosene or oils, gases or other
petroleum products intended for lubrication purposes. For the purpose
of this Chapter, explosives shall be classified as Class A, High Explosives
and Class B, Low Explosives and said classification shall be as follows:
CLASS A, HIGH EXPLOSIVESThose explosives possessing detonation qualities, such as dynamite, nitroglycerin, picric acid, lead azide, fulminate of mercury, smokeless powder, blasting caps and detonating primers.
CLASS B, LOW EXPLOSIVES: Those explosives not
otherwise specified herein as Class A Explosives including, but not
limited to, explosives presenting a flammable hazard such as propellant
explosives and photographic flash powder or material which cannot
be detonated by means of a No. 8 test blasting cap when unconfirmed.
Any individual, firm, co-partnership, corporation, company,
association, joint stock association, including any trustee, receiver,
assignee or personal representative thereof.
Includes any combustible or explosive composition or manufactured articles designated and prepared for the purpose of producing audible or visual effects which are commonly referred to as fireworks; the definition, use of and application for permit of sale of fireworks shall be governed by Section 205.200 of the Municipal Code of the City of Herculaneum.
The actual distance (in feet) to the nearest structure divided
by the square root of the maximum explosive weight (in pounds) per
millisecond (or greater) delay. If delay intervals less than eight
(8) milliseconds are employed or if instantaneous blasting is employed,
scaled distance shall be computed by dividing the actual distance
(in feet) by the square root of the total explosive weight in pounds.
The reduction of over-sized material by use of explosives
to facilitate shovel operations or to be accompanied by the crusher.
It shall include mud capping and block-holing. In secondary blasting,
wherever practical, oversized fragments shall be reduced to shovel
or crusher size by use of the drop-ball method, except as directed
by the Fire Marshal.
Words used in the singular shall include the plural and in
the plural the singular.
The removing of ledges or high bottoms that remain after
a main or primary shot or blast using moderate quantities of explosives
loaded in small diameter holes. In toe hole blasting, the charge or
explosives shall be pushed to the end of the hole with a wooden pole
using care not to block the hole or suitable free-running blasting
agents may be blown into the hole with an approved pneumatic loader.
Any building not owned or controlled by the explosive user.
A.
Nothing
contained in this Chapter shall be construed as applying to the regular
military or naval forces of the United States, the duly authorized
militia of the State of Missouri, the Police or regular employees
of Jefferson County in the proper performance of their duties.
B.
Possession Of Explosives, Exception. It shall be unlawful
for any person to possess, store, stock or hold for resale any amount
of explosives, blasting agents or blasting caps unless such person
has obtained a written permit from the Fire Marshal as hereinafter
provided, except for the following items and amounts:
1.
Thirty (30) pounds of smokeless powder and one thousand (1,000) small
arms primers for hand loading of small arms ammunition.
2.
Thirty (30) pounds of explosives or blasting agents in industrial
research laboratories and laboratories of technical institutes, colleges,
universities and similar institutions.
3.
Pyrotechnics which shall be governed by other ordinances of the fire
protection district.
[Ord. No. 04-005 §1, 2-23-2004]
A.
Requirements. Application for such permit to possess, store,
stock, use or hold for sale those items specified hereof shall be
made to the Fire Marshal on forms provided and shall contain the following
information.
1.
Name of applicant.
2.
Address of applicant.
3.
Place and name of business.
4.
Name of blasters.
5.
Certification number.
6.
Location of blasting site.
7.
Name of insurance company.
8.
If for storage, amount of each kind of explosive, blasting agent
or blasting cap applicant intends to stock or store at any one time
and the location and type of construction of magazine or storage place.
9.
Emergency contact number, day and night.
10.
Type of agents.
11.
Distance to closest structure.
12.
Pre-blast survey.
B.
Permit Shall Be Granted — When. A person shall be
entitled a permit to store, stock or use explosives or blasting agents
in the City who has met the following requirements:
[Ord. No. 04-005 §1, 2-23-2004]
Distance for separating storage facilities for explosives will
be determined by using NFPA 495 Explosive Materials Code and the Fire
Marshal's office of the City of Herculaneum.
[Ord. No. 04-005 §1, 2-23-2004]
A.
For
purposes of this Chapter, there shall be five (5) types of storage
facilities. These types, together with the classes of explosive materials
which shall be stored therein, are as follows:
1.
Construction of Type 1 storage facilities. A Type
1 storage facility shall be a permanent structure: a building, igloo,
army-type structure, tunnel or dugout. It shall be built resistant
(fire-resistant, weather-resistant, theft-resistant) and well ventilated.
a.
Building. All building-type storage facilities shall
be constructed of masonry, wood, metal or a combination of these materials
and shall have no openings except for the entrance and ventilation.
Ground around such storage facilities shall slope away for drainage.
b.
Masonry wall construction. Masonry wall construction
shall consist of brick, concrete, tile, cement block or cinder block
and shall be not less than six (6) inches in thickness. Hollow masonry
units used in construction shall have all hollow spaces filled with
well-tamped coarse dry sand or weak concrete (a mixture of one (1)
part cement and eight (8) parts of sand with enough water to dampen
the mixture while tamping in place). Interior walls shall be covered
with non-sparking material.
c.
Fabricated metal wall construction. Metal wall construction
shall consist of sectional sheets of steel or aluminum not less than
number 14 gauge securely fastened to a metal framework. Such metal
wall construction shall be either lined inside with brick, solid cement
blocks, hardwood not less than four (4) inches in thickness or shall
have at least six (6) inches sand fill between the outer and inner
walls. Interior walls shall be covered with non-sparking material.
d.
Wood frame wall construction. The exterior of outer
wood walls shall be covered with iron or aluminum not less than number
26 gauge. An inner wall on non-sparking material shall be constructed
so as to provide a space of not less than six (6) inches between the
outer and inner walls, in which space shall be filled with course
dry sand or weak concrete.
e.
Floors. Floors shall be constructed of a non-sparking
material and shall be strong enough to bear the weight of the maximum
quantity stored.
f.
Foundations. Foundations shall be constructed of
brick, concrete, cement block, stone or wood post. If piers or posts
are used in lieu of a continuous foundation, the space under the building
shall be enclosed with metal.
g.
Roof. Except for buildings with fabricated metal
roofs, the outer roof shall be covered with no less than 26 gauge
iron or aluminum fastened to seven-eighths (⅞) inch thick sheeting.
h.
Bullet-resistant ceilings or roofs. Where it's possible
for a bullet to be fired directly through the roof and into the storage
facility at such an angle that the bullet would strike a point below
the top of the inner walls, storage facilities shall be protected
by one (1) of the following methods:
(1)
A sand tray shall be located at the top of the inner wall covering
the entire ceiling area, except that necessary for ventilation, lined
with a layer of building paper and filled with not less than four
(4) inches of coarse dry sand.
(2)
A fabricated metal roof shall be constructed of three-sixteenths
(3/16) inch plate steel lined with four (4) inches of hardwood. (For
each additional one-sixteenth (1/16) inch plate steel, the hardwood
lining may be decreased by one (1) inch.)
i.
Doors. All doors shall be constructed of one-fourth
(¼) inch plate steel and lined with two (2) inches of hardwood.
Hinges and hasp shall be attached to the doors by welding, riveting
or bolting (nuts on inside of door). They shall be installed in such
a manner that the hinges and hasp cannot be removed when the doors
are closed and locked.
j.
Locks. Each door shall be equipped with two (2)
mortise locks or with two (2) padlocks fastened in separate hasp and
staples or with a combination of mortise lock and a padlock or with
a mortise lock that requires two (2) keys to open or a three-point
lock. Locks shall have five (5) tumbler proof. All padlocks shall
be protected with one-fourth (¼) inch steel caps constructed
so as to prevent sawing or lever action on the locks or hasp. All
doors shall be kept locked at all times, except during placement and
removal of stock of explosives or during repairs to storage facilities.
k.
Ventilation. Except at doorways, a two (2) inch
air space shall be left around the ceilings and the perimeter of floors.
Foundation ventilators shall be not less than four (4) by six (6)
inches. Vents in the foundation, roof or gables shall be screened
and offset.
l.
Exposed metal. No sparking metal construction shall
be exposed below the top of walls in the interior of storage facilities
and all nails therein shall be blind-nailed or countersunk.
m.
Igloos, army-type structures, tunnels and dugouts. Igloo, army-type, tunnel and dugout storage facilities shall be
constructed of reinforced concrete, masonry, metal or a combination
of these materials. They shall have an earthbound covering of not
less than twenty-four (24) inches on top, sides and rear. Interior
walls and floors shall be covered with a non-sparking material. Storage
facilities of this type shall also be constructed in conformity with
the requirements of Subsections* (1)(d) and (1)(h) through (1)(k)
of this Section.
2.
Construction of Type 2 storage facilities. A Type
2 facility shall be a box, trailer, semitrailer or other mobile facility.
It shall be bullet-resistant, fire-resistant, weather-resistant, theft-resistant
and well ventilated. Except as otherwise provided in paragraph (3)*
of this Section, hinges and hasps shall be attached to the covers
of the doors and the locking system in the manner prescribed.
a.
Outdoor storage facilities. Outdoor storage facilities
shall be at least one (1) cubic yard in size and supported in such
a manner so as to prevent direct contact with the ground. The sides,
bottom, tops and covers or doors shall be constructed of one-fourth
(¼) inch steel and shall be lined with two (2) inches of hardwood.
Edges of metal covers shall overlap sides at least one (1) inch. The
ground around such storage facilities shall slope away for drainage.
When unattended, vehicular storage facilities shall have wheels removed
or shall be otherwise effectively immobilized by kingpin locking devices
or other methods approved by the Fire Marshal.
b.
Indoor storage facilities. No indoor storage facility for the storage of high explosives shall be located in a residence or dwelling. When located in a warehouse, wholesale or retail establishment, such storage facilities shall be provided with substantial wheels or casters to facilitate removal therefrom. No more than two (2) indoor storage facilities shall be kept in any building. Two (2) storage facilities may be kept in the same building only when one (1) is used for the storage of blasting caps, squibs or similar items and the other facility is used for the storage of other high explosives. Each storage facility shall be located on the floor nearest the ground level and within ten (10) feet of an outside exit. Indoor storage facilities within one (1) building shall be separated by a distance of not less than ten (10) feet. No indoor storage facility shall contain a quantity of high explosives in excess of fifty (50) pounds or more than five thousand (5,000) blasting caps. Indoor facilities shall be of wood or metal construction as prescribed in Subsections (2)(b)(1)* or (2)(b)(2) of this Section.
(1)
Wood construction. Wood indoor storage facilities
shall have sides, bottom and covers or doors constructed of two (2)
inch hardwood and shall be well braced at corners. They shall be well
covered with sheet metal of not less than number 20 gauge. Nails exposed
to the interior of such facilities shall be countersunk.
(2)
Metal construction. Metal indoor storage facilities
shall have sides, bottoms and covers or doors constructed of number
12 gauge metal and shall be lined inside with non-sparking material.
Edges of metal covers shall overlap sides at least one (1) inch.
(3)
Cap boxes. Storage for blasting caps in quantities
of one hundred (100) or less shall have sides, bottoms and covers
constructed of number 12 gauge metal and lined with a non-sparking
material. Edges of metal covers shall be attached thereto by welding.
A single five (5) tumbler proof lock shall be sufficient for locking
purposes.
3.
Construction of Type 3 storage facilities. A Type
3 storage facility shall be a "day-box" or other portable facility.
It shall be constructed in the same manner prescribed for Type 2 outdoor
storage facilities, except that it may be less than one (1) cubic
yard in size and shall be bullet-resistant, theft-resistant and well
ventilated. Hinges, hasp, locks and lock protection shall be in conformity
with requirements. The ground around such storage facilities shall
slope away for drainage. No explosive material shall be left in such
facility if unattended. The explosive materials contained therein
must be removed to Types 1 and 2 storage facilities for unattended
storage.
4.
Construction of Type 4 storage facilities. A Type
4 storage facility may be a building, igloo, army-type structure,
tunnel, dugout, box, trailer, semitrailer or other mobile facility
and shall be fire-resistant, weather-resistant and theft-resistant.
It shall be constructed of masonry, metal-covered wood, fabricated
metal or a combination of these materials. The wall and floors of
such storage facilities shall be lined with a non-sparking material.
The doors or covers shall be metal or solid wood covered with metal.
The foundations, locks, lock protection, hinges, hasp and interior
shall be in conformity with the requirements.
a.
Outdoor storage facilities. The ground around such
storage facilities shall slope away for drainage. When unattended,
vehicular storage shall have wheels removed or shall be otherwise
effectively immobilized by kingpin locking devices or other methods
approved by the Fire Marshal.
b.
Indoor storage facilities. No indoor storage facility
for the storage of low explosives shall be located in a residence
or dwelling. When located in a warehouse, wholesale or retail establishment,
such storage facilities shall be provided with substantial wheels
or casters to facilitate removal therefrom. No more than one (1) indoor
storage facility shall be in any one (1) building. It shall be located
on the floor nearest the ground level and within ten (10) feet of
the outside exit. No indoor storage facility shall contain a quantity
of low explosives in excess of fifty (50) pounds.
5.
Construction of Type 5 storage facilities. A Type
5 storage facility may be a building, igloo, army-type structure,
tunnel, dugout, bin, box, trailer, semitrailer or other mobile facility
and shall be theft-resistant. The doors or covers thereof shall be
solid wood or metal. The hinges, hasp, locks and lock protection shall
be in conformity with the requirements.
a.
Outdoor storage facilities. The ground around such
storage facilities shall slope away for drainage. When unattended,
vehicular storage facilities shall have wheels removed or shall be
otherwise effectively immobilized by kingpin locking devices or other
methods approved by the Fire Marshal.
b.
Indoor storage facilities. No indoor storage facility
for the storage of blasting agents shall be located in a residence
or dwelling.
6.
Smoking and open flames. Smoking, matches, open
flames and spark-producing devices shall not be permitted in or within
fifty (50) feet of any outdoor storage facility.
7.
Storage of blasting caps. Blasting caps shall not
be stored with any other explosive materials in the same storage facility.
8.
Storage within Types 1, 2, 3 and 4 facilities.
a.
Explosive materials within a storage facility shall not be placed
directly against interior walls. Any devices constructed or placed
within a storage facility shall not interfere with ventilation.
b.
Containers of explosive materials shall be stored by being laid flat
with top side up. Corresponding classes, grades and brands shall be
stored together within a storage facility in such a manner that class,
grade and brand marks are easily visible upon inspection. Stocks of
explosive materials shall be stored so as to be easily counted and
checked.
c.
Except with respect to fiberboard containers, containers of explosive
materials shall not be unpacked or repacked inside a storage facility
or within fifty (50) feet thereof and shall not be unpacked or repacked
in close proximity to other explosive materials. Containers of explosive
materials shall be securely closed while being stored.
d.
Tools used for opening or closing containers of explosive materials
shall be of non-sparking materials, except that metal slitters may
be used for opening fiberboard containers. A wood wedge and fiber,
rubber or wooden mallet shall be used for opening or closing wood
containers of explosive materials. Metal tools other than non-sparking
transfer conveyors shall not be stored in any storage facility containing
high explosives.
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Editor's note — The references noted herein actually
read within the ordinance respectively as follows: Subsection (A)(4);
(A)(8) through (A)(11); paragraph (C); Subsections (B)(1) or (B)(2)
of this Section.
[Ord. No. 04-005 §1, 2-23-2004]
A.
Transportation. When explosives or blasting agents are brought
into the City by railroad or other conveyance or means of transportation
for delivery to a consignee, the person in charge of such delivery
for such railroad or public conveyance shall notify the consignee
immediately upon arrival of receipt and delivery of shipments. If
said consignee does not remove said explosives from said location
within twenty-four (24) hours after such notification, then the person
in charge of such railroad station or other conveyance shall immediately
notify the Fire Marshal and shall remove said explosives beyond the
City limits or to a magazine authorized by the Fire Marshal. The time
allowance may be extended by special written permission from the Fire
Marshal when the Fire Marshal determines that the conditions were
beyond the control of the consignee.
B.
Failure To Remove Explosives On Arrival — Unlawful. It shall be unlawful for any owner, consignee, agent or employee thereof, having been notified of the arrival of the shipment of explosives as provided in Subsection (A) above to fail to remove or cause the removal of said explosives within twenty-four (24) hours after receipt of said notice or by the time set by the Fire Marshal to a storage facility meeting the requirements of this Chapter.
C.
Transportation Of Explosives — General Provisions.
1.
Explosives shall not be transported through any prohibited vehicular
tunnels, subways or over any prohibited bridges, roadways or elevated
highways.
2.
No person shall smoke, carry matches or any other flame-producing
device or carry any firearms or loaded cartridges while in or near
a motor vehicle transporting explosives or drive, load or unload such
vehicles in a careless or reckless manner.
3.
Explosives shall be carried or transported in or upon a public conveyance
or vehicle carrying passengers for hire.
4.
Explosives shall be transported on any truck and a full trailer attached
thereto provided that there shall be no more than one (1) truck and
one (1) trailer comprising the combination.
5.
Explosives shall not be transferred from one vehicle to another within
the City without first informing the Fire Marshal in the event of
a breakdown or collision. The Fire Department shall be promptly notified
to help safeguard such emergencies. Explosives shall be transferred
from the disabled vehicle to another only when proper and qualified
supervision is provided.
6.
It shall be unlawful for any person to transport, haul or otherwise
convey blasting caps on the streets and highways of the City on the
vehicle with explosives except that not more than fifty (50) pounds
of blasting caps may be transported on the same vehicle if the blasting
caps are transported in a container approved by the Fire Marshal.
D.
Transportation Vehicle Requirements.
1.
Vehicle requirements. Vehicles used for transporting
explosives shall be strong enough to carry the load without difficulty
and be in good mechanical condition. If vehicles do not have closed
bodies, the bodies shall be covered with a flameproof and moistureproof
tarpaulin or other effective protection against moisture and sparks.
All vehicles used for the transportation of explosives shall have
tight floors and any exposed spark producing metal on the inside of
the body shall be covered with wood or other non-sparking materials
to prevent contact with packages of explosives. Packages of explosives
shall not be loaded above the sides of an open-body vehicle.
2.
Placards and signs. Every vehicle used for transporting
explosives shall be marked or placarded on both sides, front and rear
with words "Explosives" in letters not less than three (3) inches
in height in contrasting and clearly readable colors. In addition
to such marking or placarding, the vehicle may display, in such manner
that it will be readily visible from all directions, a red flag eighteen
(18) inches by thirty (30) inches with the word "Explosives" painted,
stamped or sewn on in white letters at least six (6) inches in height.
3.
Fire extinguishers. Every motor vehicle used for
transporting explosives shall be equipped with one (1) of the following
minimum fire extinguishing units:
a.
One (1) A forty (40) pound BC fire extinguisher unit.
b.
Two (2) A twenty (20) pound BC fire extinguisher units.
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Only extinguishers listed or approved by Underwriters' Laboratories,
Inc., Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada, Factory Mutual Laboratories
or by some other nationally recognized fire equipment testing laboratory
shall be deemed suitable for use on explosive-carrying vehicles. Extinguishers
shall be filled and ready for immediate use and located near the driver's
seat. Extinguishers shall be examined periodically by a competent
person.
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4.
Transportation. All motor vehicles used for transporting
explosives shall meet the following requirements for safe transportation
of explosives.
a.
Fire extinguishers shall be filled and in working order.
b.
All electrical wiring shall be completely protected and securely
fastened to prevent short circuiting.
c.
Chassis, motor pan and underside of body shall be reasonably clean
and free of excess oil.
d.
Fuel tank and fuel line shall be secure and have no leaks.
e.
Brakes, lights, horn, windshield wipers and steering apparatus shall
function properly.
f.
Tires shall be checked for proper inflation and defects.
g.
The vehicle shall be in proper condition in every other respect and
accepted for handling explosives.
5.
Explosives in parked vehicles. Except under an emergency
condition, no vehicle transporting explosives shall be parked before
reaching its destination, even though attended, on any public street
adjacent to or in proximity to any bridge, tunnel, dwelling, building
or place where people work, congregate or assemble.
6.
No spark-producing materials. Spark-producing metal
tools, oil, matches, firearms, electric storage batteries, flammable
substances, acids, oxidizing materials or corrosive compounds shall
be carried in the body of any motor vehicle transporting explosives.
7.
Congested areas. Vehicles transporting explosives
shall avoid congested areas and heavy traffic. Where routes through
congested areas have been designated, such routes shall be followed.
8.
Delivery. Delivery shall only be made to authorized
persons and/or into authorized magazines or approved temporary storage
or handling areas.
[Ord. No. 04-005 §1, 2-23-2004]
A.
Permit. It shall be unlawful, without first having received
a permit from the Fire Marshal's office, to explode or cause to be
exploded any gunpowder, dynamite, giant powder, cotton gun or other
explosive for the purpose of blasting out rock, gravel, earth or other
like substance within the fire protection district.
B.
Handling Explosives. The handling of explosives may be performed
by other employees provided the work is done under the direct supervision
of the person holding the permit to use the explosives.
C.
Person Possessing Blasting Permit. The person possessing
the valid blasting permit shall be in charge of all blasting operations.
If there is no more than one (1) person possessing such a blasting
permit on any one (1) operation, someone will be designated as being
the blaster in charge and shall be responsible for the entire operation.
[Ord. No. 04-005 §1, 2-23-2004]
A.
Applications
for a permit to use explosives shall be made at the Fire Marshal's
office on forms provided and shall contain the following information.
1.
Name of applicant.
2.
Address of applicant.
3.
Place of business.
4.
Occupation.
5.
Certificate number.
6.
Location where blasting materials are to be used.
7.
Type of blasting materials to be used.
8.
The number of charges.
9.
Manner in which the material is to be detonated.
10.
Time and date of blasting when requested by Fire Marshal.
11.
Name, age and address of blasters.
12.
When blasting operations are conducted on a continuous basis, such as quarry blasting and construction work, the Fire Marshal may, in lieu of Subsection (6) above, direct that the applicant furnish the location where blasting is to be done, the type of blasting material generally used, the approximate frequency of detonations based on past performance and the manner in which the explosives are to be detonated. Permit shall be good for the address listed as place of blasting only.
13.
In addition to the above information, a certificate of liability
insurance in the minimum amount of one million dollars ($1,000,000.00)
for injury to persons and property resulting from the blasting operations
shall be required and attached to the application for a permit. Such
insurance shall be carried in a form of corporation which has been
duly licensed or permitted to carry on such business in the State
of Missouri and shall be kept and maintained continuously in force
and effect for the duration of the blasting permit.
[Ord. No. 04-005 §1, 2-23-2004]
A.
Blasting Within The City Limits. All blasting within the
City shall be conducted in strict accordance with the following rules
and regulations and it shall be unlawful for any person to fail to
observe and follow said rules and regulations when blasting. In the
event there is a violation of said rules and regulations, the Fire
Marshal or his/her designee shall have the power and it shall be his
or her duty to revoke the blasting permit issued in connection with
the operation, all in accordance with the terms of this Code and,
in addition, the violator or violators may be punished as otherwise
proved by this Code for violations thereof.
B.
Persons Present. Blasting operations shall be carried on
with the smallest number of persons present.
C.
Size Of Hole. All drill holes shall be of sufficient size
so that the cartridges of explosives can be easily inserted to the
bottom of the hole without forcing or ramming.
D.
Original Wrapper. Explosives should not be removed from
the original wrapper before being loaded into bore holes except when
irregularities of the hole make it impossible to load whole cartridges
with safety or in block-holing where small charges are desirable.
This rule shall not apply to free-running explosives.
E.
Excess Ramming. Excessive ramming should be avoided in loading
or tamping explosives in a bore hole and wooden tools only, with no
exposed metal parts, shall be used for this purpose. In tamping, only
hardwood rods without metal parts, other than non-ferrous metal ferrules
for extending the length thereof, shall be used.
F.
Face Being Loaded. No activity of a continuous nature nor
more than two (2) men engaged in intermittent work shall be permitted
in front of a face being loaded with explosives and within the probable
range of flying material in the case of a premature blast. When steam
equipment is being employed or when primers containing electric blasting
caps are employed, the probable range of flying material shall be
considered to be not less than one hundred (100) feet; or in the event
of quarry blasting, one hundred (100) feet or one and one-half (1½)
times the height of the quarry face, whichever is greater, provided
that end clearance may be reduced one-half (½). In quarry operations,
four (4) men may be allowed.
G.
Loading. When loading free-running or bulk explosives, a
bronze, wooden or heavy paper funnel should be used unless the explosives
can be poured directly from a container into the hole in such a manner
as to prevent scattering of loose explosives around the collar of
the hole.
H.
Priming. When priming electric caps, said caps shall be
tested with a galvanometer after being loaded but before the hole
is stemmed. Primers shall be made up just prior to loading. The cap
must be properly embedded in the cartridge and the primer seated in
the charge without rough handling.
I.
Firing. Blast may be fired electrically with either a power
circuit or blasting machine. Such power circuits or blasting machines
shall at all times be maintained in good operating condition.
J.
Firing With Power Circuit. When firing with a power circuit,
ample capacity shall be provided to supply the theoretical current
requirements of the blast. The detonators shall be connected in straight
series, straight parallel or parallel series. When firing with hand-driven
blasting machines, detonators shall be connected in straight series
or parallel series. Detonators may be connected in straight parallel
only when an adequate power supply is available. In every instance
of electrical wiring, regardless of the source of power, the Fire
Marshal's instructions shall be observed.
K.
Power Wires. The power wires and leading wires shall be
thoroughly insulated and kept from contact with any electrical conductor,
air lines or pools of water or oil.
L.
Leg Wires. The leg wires of the detonators shall be kept
short-circuited until connected or to the leading wires. All bare
connection shall be either taped or blocked up in position so as to
prevent current leakage or entrance of stray currents. While making
connections in the blast area, the leading wires shall be kept short-circuited
at the power source end but not grounded and shall remain under the
control of the blasters. They shall then be strung from the blast
area toward the source of power to make final connections for firing
the blast. Before connecting the leading wires to the power circuit,
the blasters shall make certain by a blasting galvanometer that continuous
circuit exist in the wiring. If this test shows either a short circuit
or no circuit, the reshunted leading wires shall be recoiled to the
blast area before investigating for trouble. Positive steps shall
be taken to prevent lead wires from dislodging and making contact
with overhead high voltage electric power lines. Should accidental
contact be made, the blasters shall prevent any person from touching
the blasting device and shall clear the area of all persons immediately.
No person shall enter the area until the blasters have notified the
owner of the power lines and then later has eliminated the danger
of electrical shock.
M.
Power Circuit Controlled By Switch. A power circuit used
for firing shall be controlled by a switch located at a safe distance
to be determined by the blasters. Such switch, when in actual use,
shall be firmly fastened in position, thoroughly insulated against
grounds and wholly enclosed in a tight box that shall be kept closed
and locked at all times except while firing. No person other than
the blasters shall have access to the switch. The switch shall be
provided with a short circuit in the off position and shall be so
arranged that the box enclosure can be locked only when the switch
is in the off position.
N.
Blasting Circuit Broken. When firing by means of a power
circuit, the blasting circuit shall at all times be broken in at least
one (1) place by a gap of at least five (5) feet on the incoming side
of the switch, except during the firing operation.
O.
Blasting Machine. When firing with a blasting machine, the
blasting machine shall be located at a safe distance to be determined
by the blasters.
P.
Leading Wires Kept Short-Circuited. When firing by means
of a blasting machine, the leading wires shall be kept short-circuited
until the shot is ready for firing. It shall not be connected to the
blasting machine until immediately before the time of firing and shall
be disconnected from the blasting machine and short-circuited immediately
after firing.
Q.
Testing. Electric detonators and blasting circuits shall
be tested only by means of a blasting galvanometer designed for this
purpose.
R.
Danger Zone. Before firing any blast, all means of access
to the danger zone (the extent of which shall be determined by the
blaster, but in no case no closer to the explosion than the blaster
himself) shall be effectively guarded to exclude all unauthorized
personnel. When practical, the blasters shall then sound a warning
of sufficient intensity and duration to be distinctly audible to all
persons within the danger zone and all such persons shall retire beyond
the danger zone. The danger zone shall then be examined by the blasters
to make certain that all persons have retired from there to a place
of safety. No blast shall be fired while any person is in the danger
zone.
S.
Three Hundred Fifty Feet To Roadway. When the point of explosion
is within three hundred fifty (350) feet of a roadway, the blasters
shall, just prior to the blast, designate a sufficient number of employees
of the operation, each carrying a red warning flag, to stop all vehicular
and pedestrian traffic on each possible route of travel within three
hundred fifty (350) feet of the point of explosion or at a distance
required by the Fire Marshal, whichever is greater, until the blast
has been fired.
T.
A Sounding Of A Horn. The sounding of a horn shall be required
when any blasting is being done. The horn or horns shall be sounded
two (2) minutes prior to the blast or as required by the Fire Marshal.
The distance that the horn must be heard shall be a minimum of one
thousand (1,000) feet except further distances may be required by
the Fire Marshal. The sound of the horn must be a distinctive sound
different than other horns used in the area.
U.
Returning To Site. No person shall return to the danger
zone until permitted to do so by the blasters as announced by audible
or visible signal.
V.
Examined After Blast. Immediately following the blast, the
site shall be examined by the blasters for evidence of misfired charges.
W.
Misfires. All misfires shall be reported at once to the
superintendent or manager who shall then determine the safe and proper
method of disposal. The unexploded charges shall be detonated if such
can be accomplished without risk of injury to personnel or property
damage. If repriming is necessary, any stemming present in the hole
may be removed by a jet of water. The jetting tool should be of non-sparking
metal, rubber or plastic. If electric blasting caps are used for in-the-hole
initiation, an air jet should not be used.
X.
Drilling Loaded Holes. Drilling in any hole that is known
to contain or have contained explosives is prohibited until complete
neutralization is in effect.
Y.
Record. A complete record shall be kept by the blasters
showing all misfires and methods of disposal. A copy of this log must
be made available to the Fire Marshal upon request.
Z.
Reducing Temperature Of Holes. In the case that a charge
fires but does not bring down the burden, it is permissible to reload
the bore hole if in suitable conditions, but only after the temperature
of the hole has been reduced by water or otherwise to not more than
one hundred fifty degrees Fahrenheit (150°F).
AA.
Stemming. Each blast hole shall be stemmed to the collar
or to a point high enough to provide efficient confinement of the
charge and to minimize the chance of injury to persons from flying
material. Block holes shall contain at least eighty-five percent (85%)
of stemming material. For toe holes, the collar stemming shall in
no case be less than one-third (⅓) the depth of the hole.
AB.
Transporting With Radio Transmitters. When electric blasting
caps are transported in a motor vehicle equipped with a radio transmitter,
they shall either be in their original package or stored in a closed
metal box that is lined with a cushioning material such as wood or
sponge rubber. When the electric caps are being placed into or removed
from the box, the transmitter shall not be used.
AC.
Fixed Or Mobile Transmitters. Unless otherwise expressly
authorized in writing by the Fire Marshal, all blasting operations
shall be conducted at no less distance from any fixed or mobile radio
transmitter than indicated in the following table:
|
Transmitting Power in Watts
|
Minimum Distance from Blasting Operations using Electric
Blasting Caps (in feet)
| |
|---|---|---|
|
5 — 25
|
100
| |
|
25 — 50
|
150
| |
|
50 — 100
|
220
| |
|
100 — 250
|
350
| |
|
250 — 500
|
450
| |
|
500 — 1,000
|
650
| |
|
1,000 — 2,500
|
1,000
| |
|
2,500 — 5,000
|
1,500
| |
|
5,000 — 10,000
|
2,200
| |
|
10,000 — 25,000
|
3,500
| |
|
25,000 — 50,000
|
5,000
| |
|
50,000 — 100,000
|
7,000
|
AD.
Drilling Close To Loaded Holes. In no circumstance shall
drilling be conducted closer than twenty-five (25) feet to a loaded
hole or one that is being loaded.
AE.
Checking. Holes shall be checked prior to loading to determine
department and condition. Holes may be checked with a dolly or tamping
block or by visual inspection with the aid of a mirror. After any
explosives have been loaded, all measuring shall be done with a cloth
tape or non-ferrous measuring device and lead plumb bob, a wooden
tamping pole or wooden dolly free of exposed metal parts.
AF.
Distance From Storage To Site. Under no circumstances shall
the explosives be taken to be within three hundred (300) feet of a
blasting site, except for the amount estimated by the blaster for
each blast.
AG.
Explosives Containers. The explosives containers, if any,
shall be opened at the pile and carried up to the hole one (1) case
or unit at a time for immediate loading or placed at a loading station
not less than six (6) feet from the hole. Not more than one hundred
(100) pounds of explosives shall be allowed at the loading station
at any one time. All empty explosive containers (boxes, bags, crates,
etc.) shall be properly disposed of daily in a safe manner.
AH.
Distribution. Explosives shall be distributed in such a
manner that the distance from the storage piles to the allowable maximum
quantity of one hundred (100) pounds of explosives at the loading
station or between such one hundred (100) pound loading station piles
shall not be less than the quantities shown in the following table.
|
Pounds of Explosives
|
Distance Between Piles of Explosives in Feet
| |
|---|---|---|
|
50 or less
|
21
| |
|
100
|
25
| |
|
200
|
32
| |
|
300
|
37
| |
|
400
|
41
| |
|
500
|
44
| |
|
750
|
50
| |
|
1,000
|
55
| |
|
1,500
|
64
| |
|
2,000
|
70
| |
|
2,500
|
75
| |
|
5,000
|
96
| |
|
10,000
|
123
|
AI.
Drill Holes Shall Not Be Sprung. Drill holes shall not be
sprung when they are less than one hundred (100) feet from the nearest
hole containing explosives. Holes that have been sprung shall not
be charged with explosives until the maximum temperature in any portion
of such holes has been reduced to one hundred fifty degrees Fahrenheit
(150°F). Where possible, water is to be used for cooling purposes.
AJ.
Loading. When loading a blast primed with a detonating fuse,
the detonator or detonators required for firing the blast shall not
be brought within fifty (50) feet of the hole area nor attached to
the detonating fuse until all persons, except the blasters and his
assistants, have been cleared from the danger zone.
AK.
Propagation. In all blasting where the firing of only one
(1) hole is likely to spread into or damage another hole in the vicinity
or where the firing of a hole may propagate the charge in a loaded
hole in the vicinity, all holes which have been loaded shall be included
and fired in the blast.
AL.
Water In Hole. Water standing in blast holes should be baled
out, if possible, or the holes shall be loaded with an adequate water
resistance.
AM.
Blasting Crews. Blasting crews shall consist of the minimum
number of experienced men to do the work in an efficient manner and
should be organized carefully and each man assigned to definite tasks
to avoid confusion.
AN.
Planning. A blast shall be planned before the loading is
started. The planned charge for each hole shall be recorded prior
to the blast.
AO.
Condition. The condition of each hole to be loaded and the
amount, height and position of the explosives charge or charges placed
in the hole shall be recorded on a loading chart prior to the blast.
AP.
Type Of Shoes Prohibited. Members of loading crews engaged
in the loading of blast holes should be prohibited from wearing hobnail
or steel-plated shoes to avoid striking sparks on rocks.
AQ.
Dropping Of Cartridges. Large dynamite cartridges may be
dropped in blast holes only when the hole is free from obstructions
to the depth at which the cartridge is to rest.
AR.
Excessive Water. Large dynamite cartridges shall not be
dropped in blast holes containing excessive water until the charge
is above the water level.
AS.
Wood Tamping Block. Large dynamite cartridges that have
been wedged in a blast hole shall be tamped with a dolly. After pouring
water into the hole, attempts to dislodge or pierce them shall be
made with a spearhead wooden tamping block or a small diameter wooden
pole.
AT.
Ragged Holes. Rough or ragged holes and holes partly closed
by an obstruction that cannot be readily removed shall be loaded with
cartridge dynamite, lowered with a rope, with free-running power or
dynamite cut in small pieces.
AU.
Loading Crews. When loading a long line of holes with more
than one (1) loading crew, the crews shall be separated by the greatest
practical distance which can be maintained as the loading operations
progress and which is consistent with efficient operation and supervision
of the crews. Every effort shall be made to keep the loading crews
a minimum of twenty-five (25) feet apart and to prevent the simultaneous
loading of adjacent holes.
AV.
Explosives Delivered To Site. Excessively large amounts
of explosives shall not be delivered to the loading area at one time.
If deliveries of explosives are made by truck, the quantity permitted
at or near the loading operations shall be limited to one (1) truck
load. Other trucks loaded with explosives shall wait or be unloaded
in a separate safe place away from the loading operations.
AW.
Deliver To Farthest Holes. Explosives should be delivered
first to the holes farthest from the truck to avoid driving or walking
among piles of explosives.
AX.
Class C Magazine. Explosives in excess of immediate requirements,
when removed from the main storage magazine and delivered in the vicinity
of a blasting operation, shall be stored in a "Class C Magazine".
AY.
Stemming Material. The required stemming or tamping material
shall be placed by each hole before the delivery of explosives to
the holes is started. Stemming material shall be screened or free
from excessively coarse pieces.
AZ.
Damage To Leg Wires. Stemming shall be placed in each hole
to avoid damage to detonating fuses of leg wires of electric detonators.
BA.
Firing Of Single Holes. A single hole or any number of holes
in a row should not be fired when adjacent to or near one (1) or more
other holes which are loaded and which are not intended to be fired.
BB.
Detonating Fuses. All detonating fuses shall be covered
with adequate stemming where physically possible to reduce noise.
BC.
Detonating Fuse Drawn Taut. The detonating fuse shall extend
from the hole a distance of one (1) or two (2) feet more than sufficient
to compensate for any subsidence, should be drawn taut and made secure
on the top where it will not interfere with loading operations or
come in contact with explosives on the ground.
BD.
Checking Of Detonating Fuses. The detonating fuse shall
be checked each time before stemming material is used to see that
it has not been broken. If it has, it shall be repaired before proceeding.
BE.
Splicing. When a detonating fuse is used, main or trunk
line splices shall be factory splices or tight square knots. No splice
or knots shall be used in the drill hole.
BF.
Branch Line Connections. All branch line connections and
all connections in the main line other than splices shall be tight
and at right angles.
BG.
Free Of Kinks. The main or trunk line shall be laid out,
free of kinks or coils and all connections shall be inspected before
firing the blast.
BH.
Connectors. When connecting an electric blasting cap to
a detonating fuse, a connector for the purpose shall be used in accordance
with the Fire Marshal's instructions. The cap may also be securely
taped to the detonating fuse.
BI.
Caps. Caps shall be brought to the loading area not attached
to detonating fuse until all is in readiness for the blast.
BJ.
Plain Detonating Fuse. Plain detonating fuses may be used
for trunk lines or in shallow drill holes. Reinforced or wire-protected
types shall be used in deep or ragged holes.
BK.
Inert Stemming Material And Size. Charges of explosives
shall be confined in all cases (drill holes) by suitable, inert stemming
material. Stemming material shall be sized according to the following
table. Other sizes and types of stemming material can be used if approved
by the Fire Marshal.
|
Size of Hole
|
Size of Stemming Material
| |
|---|---|---|
|
5"
|
¾" Clean
| |
|
4"
|
½" Clean
| |
|
3½"
|
⅜" Clean
|
BL.
Loading Block Holes. No person except the blasters and any
others directly engaged in loading block holes is permitted within
the immediate area while loading is being performed. Loading of any
block holes shall be permitted within the immediate area while loading
is being performed.
BM.
Loading
of any block hole shall be completed in one (1) continuous operation
including inserting of the primer and the stemming.
BN.
Additional Rules. The use of explosives for blasting purposes
within limitation of these rules and regulations shall only be undertaken
with quantities of explosives not in excess of those permitted by
this Section and except as further restricted by other requirements
of these rules and regulations.
BO.
Primary Shots. All primary shots shall be fired with quantities
of explosives not in excess of those permitted by these rules. Blasting
matting (which may include earth) shall be required when blast operations
and/or geological conditions create fly rock that could damage or
injure persons or property or at the discretion of the Fire Marshal.
BP.
Vibrations.
1.
Ground vibrations. In all blasting operations, except
as hereinafter otherwise provided, the maximum peak particle velocity
of any one (1) of three (3) mutually perpendicular components of the
ground motion in the vertical and horizontal directions shall not
exceed two (2) inches per second. Less than two (2) inches per second
can be required from the Fire Marshal at any time during the term
of the permit. When blasting operations are required which will result
in ground vibrations that would have a particle velocity of any of
three (3) mutually perpendicular components in excess of two (2) inches
per second, blasting operations may proceed after receiving written
consent from the property owner or owners affected and the Fire Marshal.
2.
Instrumentation. Instrumentation shall be required
in good operating condition and be properly calibrated with current
(within one (1) year of date of use) calibration stickers affixed
to each instrument. If an instrument is found to be not operating
properly or out of calibration, blasting operations shall be halted
until the appropriate repairs or recalibrations are performed or a
proper instrument is provided. Seismograph operators shall be trained
in the use of that instrument.
3.
Seismograph. Seismographs shall be required on all
blast sites. The seismograph shall be placed at or near the closest
uncontrolled structure.
4.
Reading daily. The Fire Marshal may require a written
report of the daily seismograph readings.
5.
Pre-blast survey. All property owners within five
hundred (500) feet of a blasting site shall be notified by certified
mail that blasting operations will be taking place and that pre-blast
surveys are being offered at the blaster's expense. A list of homes
surveyed must be made available to the Fire Marshal at the time of
permit application. Approval can be granted without pre-blast surveys
when in writing from the property owner and the Fire Marshal. A pre-blast
survey may not be required if the scaled distance is less than thirty
(30). "Scaled distance" means the actual distance
in feet divided by the square root of the maximum explosive weight
in pounds that is detonated per delay period for delay intervals of
eight (8) milliseconds or greater. If delay intervals less than eight
(8) milliseconds are employed or if instantaneous blasting is employed,
scaled distance shall be computed by dividing the actual distance
in feet by the square root of the total explosive weight in pounds.
BQ.
Quarry Operations. When ground motion characteristics for
any given quarry operation have been determined by the Fire Marshal
based on instrumentation data submitted by the operator, the allowable
quantity distance relations between amount of explosives used in primary
blasting and distance from blast area shall be determined from the
accepted results of instrumentation at the given blast operation for
the various weights of explosives. The maximum amplitudes shall not
exceed those given in the table.
BR.
Buffer. A buffer shall be maintained between quarry blasting
operations and all occupied uncontrolled structures by a distance
of one thousand two hundred (1,200) feet with a minimum distance of
four hundred (400) feet to any other property line, except property
lines owned by the owners of the quarry.
BS.
Air Blast. Air blast shall be controlled so that it does
not exceed the maximum limits specified below at an uncontrolled structure:
|
Lower Frequency Limits of Measuring System, Hz+3DB
|
Maximum Level in DB
| |
|---|---|---|
|
0.1 Hz or lower — flat response
|
134 peak
| |
|
2 Hz or lower — flat response
|
133 peak
| |
|
6 Hz or lower — flat response
|
129 peak
| |
|
C-weighted slow response
|
105 peak DB
|
|
|
All measuring systems used shall have a flat frequency response
of at least two hundred hertz (200 Hz) at upper end. Those permitted
persons may satisfy the provisions of this Section by meeting any
of the four (4) specifications herein or in this Section, provided
however, the one-tenth hertz (0.1 Hz) or lower flat response or C-weighted
slow response can only be used if approved by the Fire Marshal.
|
BT.
Blasting Agents — Transportation, Storage And Use. Unless otherwise set forth in this Chapter, blasting agents shall
be transported, stored and used in the same manner as explosives.
BU.
Handling Of Explosives — Location Of Buildings. Buildings
or other facilities used for mixing blasting agents shall be located,
with respect to inhabited buildings, passenger railroads and public
highways, in accordance with the American Table of Distance.
BV.
Oxidizer Stored. Any oxidizer stored at a closer distance
to the blasting agent storage area than as provided below shall be
added to the quantity of blasting agents to calculate the total quantity
involved for application of the aforementioned table.
BW.
Inter Plant Separation. Minimum inter plant separation (distance
between mixing units and the oxidizer) storage areas and blasting
agent storage areas shall be determined by competent persons and these
distances shall be approved by the Fire Marshal.
[Ord. No. 04-005 §1, 2-23-2004]
A.
Building. Buildings used for mixing of blasting agents shall
conform to the requirements of this Section unless otherwise specifically
approved by the Fire Marshal.
1.
Building should preferably be of non-combustible construction of
sheet metal on wood studs.
2.
The layout of the mixing building shall be such as to provide physical
separation between the storage and the mixing and packaging operation.
3.
Floors in storage areas and in the processing plant should be of
concrete. Isolated fuel storage shall be provided to avoid contact
between molten oxidizer and fuel in the case of a fire.
4.
The building shall be well ventilated.
5.
Heat shall be provided exclusively from a unit outside the building.
B.
Design Of Mixer. The design of the mixer should minimize
the possibility of frictional heating compaction and especially confinement.
Open mixers are preferable to enclosed mixers. Bearings and gears
should be protected against the accumulation of oxidizer dust. All
surfaces should be accessible materials compatible with the fuel-oxidizer
composition. Mobile equipment, such as ready-mix concrete trucks,
shall not be used for blending fuels with oxidizers while in transit
on public highways. The provisions of this Section shall be considered
when determining blasting agent composition. The sensitivity of the
blasting agent shall be determined by means of a No. 8 test blasting
cap at regular intervals and after every change in ingredients or
composition or as may be requested by the Fire Marshal.
C.
Care Of Oxidizers. Oxidizers of small particle size, such
as crushed prills or fines, may be more sensitive and hazardous than
the ordinary prills and should be handled with greater care.
D.
Liquid Fuel. No liquid fuel with higher volatility than
that of No. 2 diesel fuel (minimum flash point of one hundred forty-five
degrees Fahrenheit (145°F), ASTM closed-up procedure) shall be
used.
E.
Crude Oil And Crankcase Oil. Crude oil and crankcase oil
should not be used because they may contain light ends that offer
increased vapor-explosion hazards or gritty particles that tend to
sensitize the resulting blasting agent.
F.
Solid Fuels. If solid fuels are used, they shall be chosen
so as to minimize dust-explosion hazards.
G.
Metal Dust. Metal dust (aluminum powder, etc.), peroxide
chlorates or per chlorates shall not be used unless such operations
are conducted in a manner approved by the Fire Marshal.
H.
Unusual Compositions. Unusual compositions shall not be
attempted except under the supervision of competent personnel equipped
to determine the overall hazard of the resulting compositions.
I.
Mixing Room — Electrical. All electrical switches,
controls, motors and lights, if allocated in the mixing room, should
conform to the requirements of Article 502, Class n. Division 2 of
the Electrical Code of the National Electrical Code, 1999 Edition.
Otherwise, they should be located outside the mixing room. The frame
of the mixer and all other equipment that may be used shall be electrically
bonded and provided with a continuous path to the ground.
J.
Wash-Down Facilities. Wash-down facilities should be provided.
An automatic water deluge system with adequate capacity is recommended
to protect mixers and the finished explosives storage areas in the
plant. Floors shall be constructed so as to eliminate open floor drains
and piping into which molten materials could flow and be confined
in case of fire. The floors and equipment of the mixing and packaging
room shall be washed down frequently to prevent accumulation of dust.
K.
Smoking Or Open Flames. Smoking or open flames shall not
be permitted in or within fifty (50) feet of any building or facility
used for the mixing of blasting agents.
L.
Empty Oxidizer Bags. Empty oxidizer bags shall be disposed
of daily in a safe manner.
[Ord. No. 04-005 §1, 2-23-2004]
A.
Blasting Agents. When blasting agents are transported in
the same vehicle with explosives, transporters shall comply with all
of the requirements of this Chapter.
B.
Vehicles Transporting Blasting Agents. Vehicles transporting
blasting agents shall only be driven by and be in charge of the driver
who is capable, careful, reliable and has possession of a valid motor
vehicle operator's license. Such a person shall also be familiar with
State vehicle traffic laws.
C.
Sparking Metal. No sparking metal, sparking metal tools,
oils, matches, firearms, acids or other corrosive liquids shall be
carried in the bed or body of any vehicle containing blasting agents.
D.
Riders. No person shall be permitted to ride upon, drive,
load or unload a vehicle containing blasting agents while smoking
or under the influence of intoxicants or narcotics.
E.
Passengers For Hire. It is prohibited for any person to
transport or carry any blasting agents upon any public vehicle carrying
passengers for hire.
F.
Vehicles Transporting Blasting Agents. Vehicles transporting
blasting agents shall be in safe operating conditions at all times.
G.
Parking. When offering blasting agents for transportation
on fire protection district roads and highways, they shall be packaged
in a manner to render them safe for transportation, handling and marked
or labeled so as to be readily identified.
H.
Use Of Blasting Agents. Persons using blasting agents shall
comply with all of the applicable provisions of this Chapter for the
use of explosives.
I.
Record. A record known as a log shall be kept for every
primary blast in an approved manner and for such other blasting as
the Fire Marshal may require.
J.
Blasting Records. A blasting record known as a log shall
be kept on the site of any blasting operation. This log shall be made
available to the Fire Marshal or his authorized agents on demand.
This record shall be made available for inspection for a period of
one (1) year after such blasting operations are completed.
K.
Minimum
recorded data shall be as follows:
1.
Plan of the involved portion of the blasting site showing location
of holes and spacing of holes.
2.
A cross section of each hole showing over-burden, depth of hole,
kind and quantity of explosives, including distribution of explosives
and load as deck charges or otherwise as appropriate, length and kind
of stemming material.
3.
Drilling record showing unusual joint or seam conditions in rock.
4.
Amount of explosives used.
5.
Kind of blasting caps, distribution of instantaneous or shot-period
delay blasting caps or both, delay interval used, order of firing
by switch.
6.
Comments by blasters in charge regarding character of breakage, height
of breakage, length of throw, effectiveness of shot, unusual results
of effects.
7.
Weather conditions including direction and approximate velocity of
wind, atmospheric temperature, relative humidity and cloud conditions.
8.
Date and time of firing of blast.
9.
Name of person in charge of loading and firing, blaster's permit
number.
10.
Name and location of site.
11.
Signature and title of person making report.
L.
Falsification. Any falsification, alteration or misrepresentation
of any records of blasting operations will be cause for suspension
or revocation of blasting permit as well as other penalty provisions
of this Chapter.
M.
Permits For Storage. Permits to store explosives or blasting
agents shall expire at the expiration of twelve (12) months from date
of issuance or when location of magazine is changed.
N.
Permit To Blast. Permit to blast shall expire on the date
specified on the permit issued by the Fire Marshal but may be extended
by the Fire Marshal.
O.
Suspension. All permits issued pursuant to this Chapter
may be suspended by the Fire Marshal for good cause shown.
P.
Hours During Which Blasting Is Prohibited. It shall be unlawful
for any person to explode or cause to be exploded any gunpowder, dynamite,
giant powder, cotton gun or other explosives as herein defined for
any purpose during the hours of 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 A.M. A special permit
to use explosives during the hours of 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 A.M. may be
issued by the Fire Marshal when the Fire Marshal determines that conditions
beyond the control of the person seeking a special permit prevents
such person from using explosives during regular hours permitted.
Q.
Inspection. The Fire Marshal or any authorized personnel
of the City Fire Department may, at any reasonable time, inspect premises,
buildings and installations used for storage or sale of explosives
or blasting agents or any premises on which blasting operations are
being conducted for the purpose of determining whether the provisions
of this Chapter are being complied with.
R.
Enter Premises. The Fire Marshal or any authorized personnel
may, during normal business hours, enter and inspect the premises,
including places of storage, of any permittee for the purpose of inspecting
or examining any documents or records required to be kept by such
person and any explosive material stored by such person.
S.
Obstruction Of Inspection. Any person who shall hinder or
obstruct the Fire Marshal or any authorized personnel in the performance
of his official duties shall be a violation of the provisions reckless
and/or wanton handling of explosives. No person shall load, unload
or otherwise handle explosives in a reckless and wanton manner, thereby
endangering the life, limb or property of any person.
T.
Sale To Minors Prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any
person to sell, vend, give away or otherwise supply any explosive
as defined herein in any quantity to any minor.
U.
Possession Stolen Explosive Materials. No person, with the
intent of depriving the owner of lawful possession, shall use, possess,
receive, conceal, transport, sell or dispose of any explosive materials
knowing or having reasonable cause to believe such explosive materials
are stolen.
V.
Knowledge Of Theft. Any person who has knowledge of the
theft or loss of any explosive materials shall immediately report
theft to the Fire Marshal and the City Police Department.
[Ord. No. 04-005 §1, 2-23-2004]
A.
Duties. Every person who has a permit to store, stock or
store for resale explosives as defined herein shall be required to
maintain a bound ledger and shall record or cause to be recorded therein
the following information in connection with every sale, vending or
other disbursement of explosives.
B.
Such
record shall be open to inspection by the Fire Marshal or his authorized
agents during usual business hours. No permit user of explosives or
blasting agents shall be allowed to resell explosives or blasting
agents except by written authorization of the Fire Marshal.
