Utah Admin. Code R614-4-19 - Product Testing

A. Every program for testing of explosive materials shall be examined by the employer for all foreseeable hazards involved in the test. When a specific hazard can be foreseen which affects safety, alternate means for attaining the objectives of the test shall be adopted.

B. No test shall be conducted unless safe testing facilities are available. The employer shall determine the adequacy of available facilities and the need for additional safeguards prior to beginning tests.

C. The test crew shall consist of at least two members during tests: one member of the crew shall serve as safety observer and shall be stationed at a safe location so as to summon help and offer aid in an emergency.

D. The quantity of explosive material taken to a test site shall not exceed that required to conduct the test safely.

E. It shall be the responsibility of the person in charge of the test to take the necessary action to protect by location or distance, personnel that may be endangered by the test.

F. If a test item fails to function (explode) no attempt shall be made to determine the nature of the malfunction until sufficient time has elapsed to assure that the test item is not reacting. The test item shall be handled cautiously, preferably by remote control and disposed of as soon as possible. Care shall be taken to avoid inhaling the reaction products of test compositions.

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Utah Admin. Code R614-4-19