Regulatory Compliance & Guidelines Flashcards
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OSHA's standard for explosive and blasting agents in general industry is found in which CFR section?
Answer: 29 CFR 1910.109
29 CFR 1910.109 is the OSHA general industry standard covering the storage, handling, and use of explosives and blasting agents.
OSHA's construction industry blasting standard at 29 CFR 1926 Subpart U requires that only which personnel may use or possess explosive materials at a blasting site?
Answer: Authorized and qualified blasters designated by the employer
29 CFR 1926.900(a) restricts possession and use of explosives to authorized and qualified blasters designated by the employer.
Under MSHA regulations (30 CFR Part 57), which agency regulates blasting operations in underground metal and nonmetal mines?
Answer: Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
MSHA regulates blasting in underground and surface metal and nonmetal mines under 30 CFR Parts 56 and 57, separate from OSHA's jurisdiction.
Under 29 CFR 1926.904, the maximum amount of explosive materials that may be located at or near the work face (beyond the magazine) is limited to:
Answer: The amount needed for one round or shift's blasting
29 CFR 1926.904 limits the amount of explosives outside the magazine at a blasting site to the quantity needed for one round or one shift of blasting.
Which OSHA standard requires employers to provide employees with access to Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for hazardous chemicals, including explosive materials?
Answer: 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication Standard)
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) requires SDS availability for all hazardous chemicals, including explosive materials used in the workplace.
An ATF licensee who discovers a theft or loss of explosive materials must report it to ATF within what timeframe?
Answer: Within 24 hours of discovery
27 CFR 555.30 requires licensees and permittees to report any theft or loss of explosive materials to ATF within 24 hours of discovery.
Under IME Safety Library Publication No. 20, what is the primary guidance document covering safe transportation of explosive materials by motor vehicle?
Answer: IME SLP No. 20
IME Safety Library Publication No. 20 provides industry guidance on safe motor vehicle transportation of explosive materials, complementing DOT and ATF regulations.