Standard Blasting Procedures
Standard Blasting Procedures
1.0 Objective
To ensure safe and efficient charging and blasting of explosives.
2.0 Scope
This procedures covers all areas that require explosives handling, loading/charging, and blasting.
Required PPEs
Hard Hat
Face Shield
Ear Plugs
Safety Boots
Safety Gloves
Work Precautions
Do not attempt to perform without training without prior training.
Read and Understand SOP and corresponding equipment manual
All employees reporting to work should be well rested and not under the influence of liquor or
any prohibited drugs
Personnel must be well informed of the communication signals used in their respective areas and
must practice them with caution.
Never work without a fire extinguisher in place.
For first aid measures, Handling, and Storage refer to the safety data sheet.
Implement the LOTO system.
Maintain proper housekeeping.
Preventive and
Step
Procedure Sequence Potential Hazard Precautionary
No.
Measures
9.1 Preparation and compliance to work permit requirements
9.1.1 Sub-sequence of Activities Missed information between Secure work permit and all
supervisors and workers related documents prior to
regarding safety factors and work.
work instruction Conduct toolbox meeting
prior to activity.
All workers need to be
trained and oriented about
the Project.
9.1.2 Sub-sequence of Activities
9.1.3 Sub-sequence of Activities
9.2 Welding Works
9.2.1 Sub-sequence of Activities Fire or Explosion Do not weld near flammable
material. Move flammables
at least 35 feet away or
protect them with flame-
proof covers.
Do not weld on drums, tanks
or any closed containers
unless a qualified person has
tested it and declared it or
prepared it to be safe.
Always bring Fire
Extinguisher
9.2.2 Sub-sequence of Activities Breathing welding fumes Use enough forced
ventilation or local exhaust
(forced suction) at the arc
to remove fumes from
breathing area.
Use portable smoke eater
when out on a job.
Use welding helmet that
has fresh air supply.
Keep your head out of the
fumes and do not breathe
fumes.
9.2.3 Sub-sequence of Activities Electrical shock Use lock-out/tag-out
procedures
9.2.4 Sub-sequence of Activities Laceration Awareness and alertness /
Wear Appropriate PPE’S
9.3 Grinding Works
9.3.1 Eye injuries from projectiles Wear safety glasses/goggles
and sparks and a face shield.
9.3.2 Wear leather gloves, long
Skin damage from sparks and
sleeved shirt, long pants, or
projectiles
leather
9.3.3 Stepping on sharp objects Wear Safety Boots
9.3.4 Avoid using tools in
situations that may cause
pinching or smashing hazards
Improper use of hand tools
to hands or other body parts
due to slipping or other
accidents;
9.3.5 Surrounding awareness and
Tripping / Slipping/falling Provision of ladder or
appropriate Access/stairway
9.3.6 Ergonomic considerations
Change position from time to
time.
9.3.7 • Keep your head out of the
fumes and do not breathe
fumes.
Inhalation of toxic or irritant • Use enough forced
fume or particulate ventilation or local exhaust
(forced suction) at the arc to
remove fumes from
breathing area.
9.3.8 Remind during tool box the
Horseplay
restriction of horse playing.
9.4 Painting Works
9.4.1 Sub-sequence of Activities Work in ventilated areas to
lessen and avoid paint, stain,
Potential fume inhalation
and thinner vapors; wear
from paints, cleaners,
proper respiratory protection
solvents, and stains
when applicable and/or
needed
9.4.2 Sub-sequence of Activities Improper use of hand tools Avoid using tools in
situations that may cause
pinching or smashing hazards
to hands or other body parts
due to slipping or other
accidents;
9.4.3 Sub-sequence of Activities Surrounding awareness and
Tripping / Slipping/falling Provision of ladder or
appropriate Access/stairway
9.5 Housekeeping
9.5.1 Sub-sequence of Activities Place equipment in orderly
manner.
Trips, stumble or foot Keep work location and
puncture access safe.
Keep area clean daily &
weekly basis,
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