Section R11-1-263. Composition of blasting agents  


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  • A.       No hydrocarbon liquid fuel with a flash point lower than that of No. 2 diesel fuel oil (125° F minimum or legal) shall be used.

    B.       Crude oil and crankcase oil shall not be used.

    C.       No unusual compositions of blasting agents or a composition containing an ingredient classed as high explosive shall be attempted in mixing operations. The finished product shall be tested regularly to determine that it falls within the classifica- tion “Blasting Agent”. Peroxides, chlorates or perchlorates shall not be used under any conditions.

    D.       If a blasting agent is used underground, its fuel oil content shall range between 5.5% and 6.5% by weight, except where other carbonaceous material is added, in which case a proper oxygen balance shall be maintained.

Historical Note

Former Rule 2:63.