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What is prohibited while handling explosives or preparing charges?
What is prohibited while handling explosives or preparing charges?
Where is it prohibited to take a mobile phone or light other than an electric torch?
Where is it prohibited to take a mobile phone or light other than an electric torch?
What is the responsibility of the owner, agent or manager regarding explosives?
What is the responsibility of the owner, agent or manager regarding explosives?
What should be done with found explosives in or about a mine?
What should be done with found explosives in or about a mine?
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What type of foot-wears should shot-firers and their helpers use?
What type of foot-wears should shot-firers and their helpers use?
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What is prohibited in a dwelling house?
What is prohibited in a dwelling house?
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Why are shot-firers and their helpers prohibited from using battery-operated watches?
Why are shot-firers and their helpers prohibited from using battery-operated watches?
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Study Notes
Precautions when Handling Explosives
- No smoking, mobile phone use, or open flames are allowed when handling explosives or preparing charges.
- Only enclosed lights, electric torches, or lamps are permitted in these situations.
Explosive Storage and Security
- Mobile phones and open flames are prohibited in explosive magazines, stores, or premises.
- The owner, agent, or manager must take measures to prevent explosives theft during storage, transport, and use in the mine.
Possession and Reporting of Explosives
- Explosives can only be possessed as permitted by regulations and never in a dwelling house.
- Any discovered explosives in or around a mine must be deposited in the magazine, store, or premises, and reported in writing to the manager.
Shot-Firers' Safety Precautions
- Shot-firers and their helpers must avoid:
- Battery-operated watches and mobile phones
- Synthetic clothes and socks
- They must use:
- Conductive type footwear
- Leather shoes or boots with leather soles (no hobnails)
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Description
This quiz covers general precautions regarding explosives, including handling and storage safety protocols. It outlines prohibited actions, such as smoking or using mobile phones near explosives. Learn about the necessary steps to take when working with explosives.
