Acts and Regulations

91-191 - General

Section 179
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Code of practice for use of explosives
179(1)Where black powder is to be used, an employer shall establish a code of practice for the safe use of the black powder.
179(2)Where any explosive other than black powder is to be used
(a) in a confined space,
(b) underwater,
(c) for demolition of buildings and other structures,
(d) for river ice control,
(e) in theatrical applications where the special effects includes explosives used alone or in conjunction with fireworks,
(f) for oil well or wild gas well control,
(g) for seismic operations, or
(h) for any other unusual use as determined by the Chief Compliance Officer,
an employer shall establish a code of practice for the safe use of the explosive.
2001-33; 2022-27
Code of practice for use of explosives
179(1)Where black powder is to be used, an employer shall establish a code of practice for the safe use of the black powder.
179(2)Where any explosive other than black powder is to be used
(a) in a confined space,
(b) underwater,
(c) for demolition of buildings and other structures,
(d) for river ice control,
(e) in theatrical applications where the special effects includes explosives used alone or in conjunction with fireworks,
(f) for oil well or wild gas well control,
(g) for seismic operations, or
(h) for any other unusual use as determined by the Chief Compliance Officer,
an employer shall establish a code of practice for the safe use of the explosive.
2001-33