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What is the purpose of the blaster-training module described in the text?
What is the purpose of the blaster-training module described in the text?
- To provide standalone self-training for blasters
- To endorse specific explosive products for use in surface coal mines
- To fulfill the requirements of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (correct)
- To replace the need for certified blasting instructors
What caution is given regarding the blaster-training module?
What caution is given regarding the blaster-training module?
- It endorses specific technologies and brand names
- It should be supplemented with information from a certified blasting instructor (correct)
- It replaces the need for State surface coal-mine regulating programs
- It is designed for self-training purposes
Which department requested and will use the blaster-training module?
Which department requested and will use the blaster-training module?
- National Park Service
- Department of Defense
- Department of Energy
- Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Land Quality Division (correct)
What does the disclaimer in the text emphasize about the technologies described?
What does the disclaimer in the text emphasize about the technologies described?
Which Act serves as the basis for the State surface coal-mine regulating programs?
Which Act serves as the basis for the State surface coal-mine regulating programs?
What type of explosive products are discussed in the blaster-training module?
What type of explosive products are discussed in the blaster-training module?
What term is used to describe the ease with which an explosive can be ignited and/or detonated when subjected to heat?
What term is used to describe the ease with which an explosive can be ignited and/or detonated when subjected to heat?
Which organization has developed fume-classification tests for explosives used in underground metal and coal mines?
Which organization has developed fume-classification tests for explosives used in underground metal and coal mines?
Which type of explosive material can be caused to deflagrate (burn) when unconfined?
Which type of explosive material can be caused to deflagrate (burn) when unconfined?
In surface mines, what gases may be produced during blasting operations?
In surface mines, what gases may be produced during blasting operations?
What is a Blasting Agent (BA) primarily composed of?
What is a Blasting Agent (BA) primarily composed of?
What is one of the factors that can upset the oxygen balance designed for an explosive mixture?
What is one of the factors that can upset the oxygen balance designed for an explosive mixture?
Which explosive material requires a No. 8 blasting cap to detonate when unconfined?
Which explosive material requires a No. 8 blasting cap to detonate when unconfined?
What type of test has been developed for explosives by the Department of Transportation, explosives manufacturers, and the military?
What type of test has been developed for explosives by the Department of Transportation, explosives manufacturers, and the military?
Which type of explosive is classified as non-cap-sensitive?
Which type of explosive is classified as non-cap-sensitive?
When burning in confined spaces, what may high fuel content explosives lead to?
When burning in confined spaces, what may high fuel content explosives lead to?
What is the main characteristic of a cap-sensitive explosive?
What is the main characteristic of a cap-sensitive explosive?
Which of the following is NOT an oxidizer (oxygen source) used in explosives?
Which of the following is NOT an oxidizer (oxygen source) used in explosives?
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