PART XIX GENERAL BLASTING — Role of certified blaster
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(1) Blasting shall be performed under the direct supervision of a blaster who is present at the project and who holds a valid blaster's certificate which authorizes the performance of the particular type of work that the blaster is to conduct or supervise.
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Direct supervision under subsection (1) includes a requirement that the blaster have a direct line of sight of the work area.
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The site supervisor shall consult with a blaster so that both are aware of all work being conducted in a blasting area and no work shall be conducted in a manner which creates risk of an accidental explosion.
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Where more than one blaster is involved in a blasting operation, an employer shall
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before the commencement of the blasting operation, designate one blaster who shall have principal responsibility for the blast; prime a charge;
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ensure that all persons in the blasting area are advised of the identity of the principal blaster; and make a connection which leads or which may lead from the explosive charge to a blasting machine, a blasting switch, safety fuse or a shock tube initiating system including a NONEL;
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ensure that all blasters and supervisors performing or directing the work in a blasting area consult sufficiently to coordinate the safety of the activity. connect a delay or sequencing device or program the delay or sequence for the blast; or
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A person, other than a blaster, shall not
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fire an explosive charge.
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An explosive charge shall not be fired until the blaster or principal blaster, where one is designated, has ensured that the placement of the charge and all other features of the blasting activity are adequate to ensure the safety of persons at or near the workplace.
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