This code provides safety guidelines for the storage, transport, handling, and use of explosives in construction projects. It details procedures for blasting, managing misfires, and demolition, emphasizing personnel safety and regulatory compliance. The standard aims to prevent accidents by prescribing clear protocols for all stages of blasting operations.
Lays down safety precautions and practices for the storage, handling, and use of explosives in construction work.
Quick Reference Values
Wait time for misfire (fuse)30 minutes
Wait time for misfire (electric)15 minutes
Pre-blast warning signal duration1 minute (series of short blasts)
Time between warning and blast5 minutes
All-clear signal1 long blast for 1 minute
Practical Notes
This IS code is supplementary to the statutory Explosives Act and Explosives Rules, which must always be followed and take legal precedence.
Only competent and certified persons (shot-firers) should be allowed to handle and use explosives.
Maintaining meticulous records of explosive inventory, usage, blast design, and misfire incidents is crucial for legal compliance and safety audits.