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Parked vehicles shall apply parking brakes at all times. When on a downgrade, the
front wheels shall be directed to the toe with the tires properly blocked.

It shall be prohibited for driver to enter or leave the cab while it is being loaded.

Dumping over a bank shall be provided with protective ridge and guided by a
spotter. Dumping area shall be elevated at least 1% towards the crest.

During dumping, the truck shall be positioned at right angle to the dump with both
rear wheels on the same level or at an equal distance from the crest. After dumping,
the driver shall not start to travel unless the dumping carriage is completely down.

Driver shall be required to watch the swing radius of the shovel when backing up
for loading position. The driver shall wait for the signal of the spotter.

Loaded trucks shall not be used to push or pull other vehicles.
Empty trucks shall yield the right of way to loaded units.
Overtaking or passing a vehicle at curves and intersections shall be prohibited.

Width of permanent two (2) lanes haulage road shall not be less than 3 times the
width of the widest hauling truck.

Crest along haulage road shall be provided with stockpile or blocks with a height
not less than the height of the cam or hub.

Spotter shail be required to pose himself not less than 4 meters away normal to the
cab before giving the signal to dump.

Section 5: Operation of Bulldozer, Grader and Loader

When the units are not in use, the blade, buckets or rippers shall be lowered on the
ground.

Equipment operator shall be alert on danger of slide or falling rocks when cleaning
a toe.

Back-up lights shall be in good condition when operating at night.

The foot brake in tractors and hand brakes on graders and loaders shall be engaged
when parked on an incline.

When maneuvering on inclined ground, the blade or bucket shall be kept as low
as possible.

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Whenever possible, grader shall be operated in the same direction as traffic flow.
All units shall be parked in an area free from unstable banks/slopes.

Unauthorized persons shall be prohibited to ride on dozers, graders, dump trucks,
loaders and other heavy equipment other than a trainee as equipment operator.

Section 6: Coal and Refuse Piles

Coal stockpile shall be built up on open, clean, well-drained hard ground, remote
from sources of heat.

Every precaution shall be taken to exclude air by packing the coal uniformly and
avoiding segregation of different sizes. To avoid undue force ventilation, the stock
shall be elongated and shall be oriented to receive minimum effect from the
prevailing wind.

Refuse piles shall be located in areas which are a safe distance from all underground
mine shafts, preparation plants, tipples, or other surface installations and such piles
shall not be located over abandoned openings.

Where new refuse piles are constructed over exposed coal beds, the exposed coal
shall be covered with clay or other inert material as the piles are constructed.

A fire-proof barrier of clay or inert material shall be constructed between old and
new refuse piles.

Refuse deposited on a pile shall be spread in layers and compacted in such a manner
so as to minimize the flow of air through the pile.

Refuse shall not be deposited on a burning pile except for the purpose of controlling
or extinguishing a fire.

Clay or other sealant shall be used to seal the surface of any refuse pile in which a
spontaneous combustion has occurred.

Refuse piles shall not be constructed in such a manner as to prevent accidental
sliding and shifting of materials.

No extraneous combustible materials shall be deposited on refuse piles.

New refuse piles and additions to existing refuse piles, shall be constructed in
compacted layers not exceeding 60 centimeters in thickness and shall not have any
slope exceeding 2 horizontal to 1 vertical (approximately 27°); however,
construction of a refuse pile in compacted layers exceeding 60 centimeters in

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thickness with slopes exceeding 27° may be allowed, where engineering data
substantiates that a minimum safety factor of 1.5 for the refuse pile will be attained.

Foundations for new refuse piles and additions to existing refuse piles shall be
cleared of all vegetation and undesirable material that may adversely affect the
stability of the refuse pile.

All fires in refuse piles shall be extinguished, and only those persons authorized by
the Operator, and who have an understanding of the procedure to be used, shall be
involved in the extinguishing operation.

No person shall be permitted to walk or stand immediately above a reclaiming area
or in any other area at or near a surge or storage pile where the reclaiming operation
may expose him to a hazard.

Section 7: Bucket Wheel Excavator (BWE)

Only persons properly trained and familiar with the equipment and mining
conditions are allowed to operate a BWE.

The BWE operator’s cab shall be kept clean at all times. All safety devices shall be
in good operating condition.

Any damage at the steel structure of the BWE such as deformation, peeling off
paint, cracks or loose bolts must be reported immediately to the supervisor.

The BWE operator shall not leave his equipment until properly relieved by another
qualified operator, otherwise, the supervisor is informed accordingly.

During an emergency, the BWE operator shall press the stop button or pull a rip
cord. All BWE workers shall familiarize themselves with various locations of

emergency stop buttons and rip cords.

All BWE workers shall report immediately to supervisor any safety device that is
out of order and report the same to the immediate Safety Supervisor.

All “defective” safety devices shall be restored into operation immediately.
Before starting each conveyor belt, alarm signal shall be given.

Occurrence of surface cracks on the berm and any slope instability observed shall
be reported to the supervisor for immediate action.

During night time the active BWE pit shall be sufficiently illuminated.

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If there is a danger of slope failure, the BWE must be moved to a safe location
immediately.

Maintenance, repair works and troubleshooting shall not be allowed if BWE is in
operation.

Prior to welding and cutting works, all flammable materials must be removed or
covered. Fire extinguishing device shall be readily available.

Any deviation from the original design of the BWE shall be allowed only upon
approval of the manufacturer.

During operation, no worker shall pass or stay below the bucket wheel boom or the
discharge boom, in front of the hopper car grizzly and near the bucket wheel.

A warning signal shall be given before removing any stock up material from the
BWE. Rocks and boulders shall be dropped down and no worker shall be within
the designated dropping area.

Workers shall not be allowed to stay in-front or behind the crawler track.
Only authorized personnel are allowed to enter the electrical room of BWE.

All BWE personnel must familiarize themselves on the location of firefighting
equipment.

During lifting, slewing and traveling motion of BWE the bucket wheel boom shall
not touch the slopes.

BWE shall be prohibited to travel over rocks, lumps, wood, open trenches, holes,
unstable ground and other obstacles.

During operation of the BWE, the air conditioning system of the cabin shall be
turned on to prevent electric equipment breakdown. The door to the operator’s
cabin and to the electrical room shall be locked to prevent unauthorized entry.

All belt conveyors shall be emptied before shut down of BWE.

The BWE shall be parked at a safe distance from slope failures and water.

The BWE operator shall lower the bucket wheel to about 1 m above ground level
and shall engage the brakes of the crawler machine before leaving the BWE.

All regulations stated in other chapters of this Circular that are applicable to this
type of operation shall be followed accordingly.

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CHAPTER IV
FIRE PROTECTION
Section 1: Underground Fire Protection

No person shall smoke, carry smoking materials, matches or lighters underground,
or smoke in or around oil houses, explosive magazines, or other surface areas where
such practice may cause a fire or explosion. The Operator shall institute a program
to insure that any person entering the underground area of the mine does not carry
smoking materials, matches or lighters.

Underground workers shall use only permissible cap lamps for portable
illumination. No open flame shall be allowed underground.

Warning signs prohibiting smoking and the use of open flame shall be posted to be
readily seen in areas or places where fire or explosion hazard exists.

Each coal mine shall be provided with suitable firefighting equipment adapted for
the size and conditions of the mine and in accordance with the standards of the
Bureau of Fire Protection.

Portable fire extinguishers used underground shall be either:

a. Multi-purpose dry chemical type containing a nominal weight of 5 pounds
(2.2 kgs.) of dry powder or,

b. Foam-producing liquids with enough expellant to supply the foam. All
portable fire extinguishers acquired for use in a coal mine shall have a 2A
10BC or higher rating.

At least one portable fire extinguisher shall be provided at each permanent electrical
installation whether on the surface or underground.

At least one portable fire extinguisher and suitable amount of rock dust shall be
provided at each permanent underground oil storage station,

Welding, cutting, or soldering underground shall not be allowed.

A supply of dry chemical supplemented by one or more fire extinguishers shall be
located at strategic points for all electrical equipment underground such as motors,
transformers, etc.

Fire hydrant with standard length of hose connected to the main water supply
system shall be provided at all mine openings where flammable structures exist.

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All equipment intended solely for firefighting purposes shall be tested or carefully
inspected at monthly intervals, and defective chemical fire extinguishers shall be
refilled at least every six (6) months but not more than a year, and the date of the
last refill shall be recorded and attached to the fire extinguishers.

Each mine shall maintain a second exit to the surface which shall not be too far
from the entrance. Underground workers shall be protected against the hazard of
all exits becoming impassable through fire or fire gases by one or more of the
following methods:

a. By fire-proofing the main shaft and shaft stations provided that where there
is no fire hazard sufficient to interrupt the use of the main shaft hoist for
rescue purposes, such conditions shall be of sufficient compliance;

b. By such mechanical control of the air currents as will permit the supply of
good air through any shaft or escape by way of reversal of air currents, if
necessary;

c. By the installation of fire, smoke or gas-proof control door.
"Good housekeeping" shall be enforced at all times.

Underground transformer stations, battery-charging stations, substations,
compressor stations, shops, and permanent pumps shall be housed in fireproof
structures or areas. Air currents used to ventilate structures or areas enclosing
electrical installations shal! be coursed directly into the return. Other underground
structures installed in a coal mine as the Bureau may prescribe shall be of fireproof
construction.

The Operator of an underground coal mine shall adopt a program for the instruction
of all workers in the location and use of firefighting equipment, location of
escapeways, exits, and routes of travel to the surface, and proper evacuation
procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency.

A team consisting of at least five (5) members for each working shift shall be
trained in firefighting operations. Fire drills shall be held once a year.

As means of informing underground workers of fire, the Operator shall install an
approved method of fire alarm warning, and in addition, shall establish a general
danger signal by flashes of light bulb or distinct interruptions of the electrical
lighting current, or by telephone if such is installed. The same method will be used
to advise workers underground of any fire on the surface upon hearing fire alarm
siren provided for the purpose.

A well-planned evacuation procedure shall be adopted and shal! be followed by
underground workers when the fire alarm warning is given.

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A copy of the fire rules and emergency measures/plans of evacuation routes for
firefighting and evacuation shall be posted at strategic locations in both surface and

underground.

In case of fire, the first consideration shall be the safety of all workers.

Section 2: Surface Fire Protection

Buildings, plants, infrastructure and facilities shall be provided with adequate
firefighting facilities and equipment.

Fire-fighting equipment shall be readily accessible, unobstructed and the location
of such equipment shall be conspicuously marked.

Fire hydrants shall be placed at a safe distance from buildings in order that a fire
could not render them useless.

Fire hydrants and water lines shall be tested regularly to insure that they are in
proper working condition. Each test shall be recorded and maintained in a log book.

The area immediately surrounding an electrical substation shall be kept free from
grass, weeds, and brushes which might be set on fire accidentally or intentionally.

Fire extinguishers of ABC type shall be provided where inflammable liquids are
stored or handled.

Fire-fighting equipment shall not be used for any purpose except for that it is
intended.

Adequate fire alarm devices shall be provided.

All equipment such as trucks, power shovels, front-end loaders, bulldozers, etc.,
shall be equipped with at least one portable fire extinguisher.

Fire extinguishers shall be provided at permanent surface electrical installations
commensurate with the potential fire hazard at such installation in accordance with
the recommendations of the Bureau of Fire Protection.

Gasoline or other highly inflammable liquids shall not be used for cleaning
machinery parts and grease spots where danger of ignition exists.

Flammable liquids shall be stored in accordance with standards of the Bureau of
Fire Protection. Small quantities of flammable liquids drawn from storage shall be
kept in properly identified safety cans.

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CHAPTER V

EXPLOSIVES

Definitions

For the purpose of this Chapter the term:

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"Active workings" mean any place in a coal mine where workers are normally required
to work or travel.

"Barricaded" means to obstruct passage of persons, vehicle, or flying materials.
"Berm" means a pile or mound of material capable of restraining a vehicle.

"Blasting agent" means any material consisting of a mixture of a fuel and oxidizer which
is used or intended for use in blasting, and cannot be detonated by a No. 8 blasting cap
when tested as recommended in U.S. Bureau of Mines Information Circular 8179.
"Blasting area" means the area near blasting operation in which concussion or flying
materials can reasonably be expected to cause injury.

"Blasting Cap" means a detonator containing a charge of detonating compound, which is
ignited by electric current, or the spark of a fuse. Used for detonating explosives.
"Blasting circuit'' means electric circuits used to fire electric detonators.

"Blasting switch" means a switch used to connect a power source to a blasting circuit.
"Box-type magazine" means a small, portable magazine used to store quantities of
explosives or detonators for short period of time in locations at the mine which are
convenient to the blasting sites where they will be used.

“Capped fuse” means a length of safety fuse to which a detonator has been attached.
“Capped primer” means a package or cartridge of explosives which is specifically
designed to transmit detonation to other explosives and which contains a detonator.

. “Detonating cord” or “detonating fuse” means a flexible cord containing a core of high

explosive.

"Detonator" means a device containing a small detonating charge that is used for
detonating an explosive, including but not limited to blasting caps, exploders, electric
detonators, and delay electric blasting caps.

"Electrical Grounding” means to connect with the ground to make the earth part of the
circuit.

"Explosives" mean any chemical compound, mixture, or device, the primary or common
purpose of which is to function by explosion. Explosives include, but are not limited to
black powder, dynamite, nitroglycerin, fulminate, ammonium nitrate when mixed with a
hydrocarbon, and other blasting agents.

“Flash point” means the minimum temperature at which sufficient vapor is released by a
liquid or solid to form a flammable vapor-air mixture at atmospheric pressure.

"Gassy Mine" means any coal mine where methane accumulations or emissions of 0.25%
have been detected within 30 centimeters from any open mine workings.

. "Misfire" means the complete or partial failure of a blasting charge to explode as planned.

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19. “Permissible Explosives" mean explosives which have been tested and approved by US.
Bureau of Mines or the Mine Enforcement and Safety Administration (MESA) as safe for
blasting in coal mines provided they are stored, handled and used in accordance with these
Rules and Regulations.

20. "Primer" or "Booster" means a package or cartridge of explosive which is designed
specifically to transmit detonation to other explosives and which does not contain a
detonator.

21. “Safety can” means an approved container, of not over 5 gallons (18.93 liters), having a
spring-closing lid and spout cover.

22. “Safety fuse” means a train of powder enclosed in cotton, jute yarn and waterproofing
compounds, which burns at a uniform rate; used for firing a cap containing the detonating
compound which in turn sets off the explosive charge.

23. “Safety Switch" means a sectionalizing switch that also provides shunt protection in
blasting circuits between the blasting switch and the shot area.

Section 1: General Provisions

Rule 620 The Operator shall strictly comply with republic laws, city or local ordinances in
transporting, storing, handling, and using explosives and blasting supplies.

Rule 621 Authorization or license from the Philippine National Police (PNP) or other proper
authorities shall be required to possess and acquire explosives.

Rule 622 The storage, transport and use of explosives and initiating devices at the mine shall
be carried out by or under the direct supervision of competent and authorized or
licensed person, notably the holder of Foreman/Blaster License.

Rule 623 The person in charge of explosives and blasting supplies shall keep the magazine
keys and he shall see to it that all proper safety precautions are taken.

Rule 624 Only permissible explosives shall be used underground.

Rule 625 Explosives and detonators shall be kept in separate containers.

Rule 626 Mudcaps or other unconfined shots shall not be fired underground.

Rule 627 If lighting is needed inside magazines, only battery flashlight or other approved
electric light shall be used. In cases where electric bulbs are used, the same shall be
protected with guards.

Rule 628 Under no circumstances shall burning oil or chemical lamps, lanterns, candles,
torches, matches or any open flames lighting apparatus be used in or around
magazines or near explosives.

Rule 629 Unauthorized persons shall! not be allowed to loiter near explosives and magazines.

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Smoking and carrying flammable materials shall be strictly prohibited during
transport, handling and storing of explosives, detonators and other blasting
accessories.

No metal hooks or any metal tool shall be used in handling explosives, except those
prescribed by the explosive manufacturer.

Shooting or carrying of firearms by unauthorized persons in or around magazines
or near explosives shall be prohibited.

Explosive shall not be allowed to become wet or be exposed to the weather, or to
rough treatment.

Detonators or other explosives shall not be carried inside pockets, boots or clothing
nor shall they be left carelessly lying around.

Packages or boxes of explosives shall not be opened or repacked or re-boxed with
any metal tool and in close proximity to other explosives.

Explosives or detonators carried anywhere underground in a coal mine by any
person shall be in containers constructed of nonconductive material, maintained in
good condition, and kept closed.

Explosives or detonators shall be transported in special containers;

a. In cars moved by means of a locomotive or rope;

b. On belts;

c. In shuttle cars;

d. In others used to transport such explosives or detonators.

A quarterly Inventory of Explosive and Blasting Accessories Report shall be
submitted to the Bureau within the first ten (10) days following the end of each
quarter.

In case where a sub-contractor performs the handling, transport, storage and use of
explosive, the Operator shall seek the approval of the Bureau of the sub-contract
agreement in accordance with applicable Department circulars on sub-contracting.

The Operator shall be responsible and accountable for the safety and performance
of the sub-contractor, as well as compliance to this Circular.

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Section 2: Surface Storage

Storage magazine in which more than fifty-seven (57) kilograms of explosives are
kept shall be of permanent construction and shall:

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Have no openings except for entrance and ventilation. Ventilation and wall
vents shall be of the offset type, and all vents shall be protected with metal
screening, constructed to protect from sparks or bullets as well as to prevent
the entrance of persons and animals;

Be constructed in conformity with plan and detailed specifications
obtainable from the manufacturer of explosive;

Be made of non-sparking materials on the inside, including floors;

Be located in accordance with applicable PNP guidelines on distances for
storage of explosive;

Be detached structures and located away from power lines, fuel storage
areas, and other possible sources of fire;

Be constructed substantially of non-combustible material or covered with
fire-resistant material;

Be reasonably bullet resistant;

Be electrically bonded and grounded if constructed of metal;

Be provided with adequate and effectively screened ventilation openings
near the floor and ceiling;

Be kept locked securely when unattended;

Be posted with suitable and conspicuously marked with a bold and
reflectorized warning sign of "DANGER EXPLOSIVES";

Be used exclusively for storage of explosives or detonators and kept free of
all extraneous materials;

. Be kept clean and dry in the interior, and shall be maintained properly;

Be unheated, unless heated in a manner that does not create a fire or
explosion hazard;

Be of "vapor-proof" light fixture type, if illuminated electrically and wiring
shall be in conduit, and the light switch is located outside of the building.

Explosives in amounts of fifty-seven (57) kilograms or less may be stored as
provided in Rule 641 or in box type magazine which shall be of strong construction
or in metal magazine which shall be lined with non-sparking materials.

Permanent magazine shall not be located closer than sixty (60) meters from any
structure or from any mine shaft tunnel or slope opening.

Box-type magazine shall not be placed in a building containing highly inflammable
materials of which location is less than six (6) meters from open flame or less than
two (2) maters from other sources of heat.

Magazine used for the storage of detonators shall be of permanent type resistant to
weather, fire, theft and bullet.

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The area surrounding the magazine for a distance of twelve (12) meters shall be
cleared of dry grass or leaves, wood, trash or other readily flammable materials.

New explosives shall be piled in a magazine in such manner that the older
explosives are used first.

The floor of explosives magazines shall be constructed of non-sparking materials,
preferably wood, with no exposed metal.

Loose explosive or blasting supplies shall not be left exposed inside the magazine.

Fuse shall be stored in a cool and dry place. Detonating cord shall be stored in an
explosives magazine.

All explosive magazines shall be provided with double steel doors with strong,
double pad locks which are protected with a metallic cover.

Explosive magazine shall be provided with double fence of at least 2.4 meters high.
The immediate surroundings of explosive magazines shall be provided with electric
lights during night time.

Only non-sparking tools shall be used in opening boxes of explosives. Explosive
boxes or containers shall be entirely emptied of packing materials and paper before
they are discarded. Boxes or packing materials showing stains shall be destroyed
by burning in the open.

Cases or boxes containing explosives shall not be stored in magazines on their ends
or sides or stacked more than two (2) meters high.

Ammonium nitrate-fuel oil blasting agents shall be stored in a separate explosive
magazine.

Section 3: Surface Handling and Use of Explosives

Explosives shall not be stored or handled in or near residential houses. Explosives
shall not be place near "live" electric wires.

Vehicle transporting explosives shall comply with the following:

a. Inspected to determine if they are suitable for the task from the safety as

well as mechanical standpoint;
b. Maintained in good condition and shall be operated at a safe speed and in

accordance with all safe operating practices;
c. Clearly marked with "EXPLOSIVES" sign;
d. Provided with a red flag to denote danger and caution;

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e. Not be overloaded, and in no case shall boxes of explosives be piled higher

than the body;

Be properly grounded;

Provided with wooden floorings;

Not be left unattended;

Avoid unnecessary delays or stops;

Not be taken inside a garage or shop for repairs and other purposes;

Stop before crossing railroad tracks or main highways and then proceed

with caution and conform to all other traffic safety measures;

l. Not keep the engine idling unnecessarily while they are not moving. The
brakes shall be applied.

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Detonators shall not be transported in the same vehicle where other explosives are
carried,

Metal, metal tools or inflammable substances or materials shall not be carried in
the same vehicle transporting explosives.

The transportation of explosives shall be entrusted to competent workers only.

No explosive shall be carried on electric locomotives or in a car next to an electric
locomotive.

Explosives and detonators shall be kept and brought to working places in approved
completely separate containers in accordance with safety practices.

Capped fuse shall be brought to the working places in separate covered insulated
containers distinct from those containing explosives.

When vehicles loaded with explosives are parked, the parking brakes shall be
applied and the wheels properly blocked.

Explosives or detonators shall be transported at times and over routes that expose a
minimum number or person.

Only the necessary attendants shall ride on or in vehicles containing explosives or
detonators.

Blasting operations shall be under the direct control of authorized persons only.

Areas with charged holes awaiting firing shall be guarded, or barricaded and posted,
or flagged against unauthorized entry.

Ample warning shall be given before blasts are fired. All workers shall be cleared
and removed from the blasting area unless suitable blasting shelters are provided to
protect workers endangered by concussion or fly rock from blasting.

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Lead wires and blasting lines shall not be strung across power conductors,
pipelines, railroads tracks or within six (6) meters of bare power lines. They shall
be protected from static or other electrical contact.

Substantial non-conductive closed containers shall be used to carry explosives,
other than blasting agents to the blasting site.

Blasted areas shall be examined for undetonated explosives after each blast and
undetonated explosive found shall be disposed of safely.

Blasted areas shall not be re-entered by any worker after firing until such time as
concentrations of smoke, dust, or fumes have been reduced to safety limits.

In secondary blasting, if more than one shot is to be fired at one time, blasting shall
be done electrically or with detonating cord.

Unused explosives and detonators shall be moved to a safe location as soon as
charging operations are completed.

When pneumatic loading is employed, before any type of blasting operation using
blasting agents is put into effect, an evaluation of the potential hazard of static
electricity shall be made. Adequate steps, including the grounding and bonding of
the conductive parts of pneumatic loading equipment, shall be taken to eliminate
the hazard of static electricity before blasting agent use is commenced.

Pneumatic loading equipment shal! not be grounded to waterlines, airlines, rails, or
the permanent electrical grounding systems.

Section 4: Underground Storage and Use of Explosives

Underground safety precautions in magazines, handling and use of explosives shall
conform to the general rule.

All explosives, detonators, blasting caps and fuses shall be stored above the level
of the floor.

Underground magazines shall be located in such parts of the mine where they are
safe from all mining operation and where accidental explosion shall not prejudice
the workers in the mine.

Detonators shall be kept separate from the dynamite and in such location that their
accidental explosion shall not cause the detonation of the powder.

Issuing magazines shall consist of a separate drive or chamber, the walls of which
shall be of fireproof material.

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Magazines shall be kept securely locked except when it has to be entered by the
person in charge.

Dynamite and caps must be handled separately when being hoisted or lowered.

The supervisors shall see to it that the workers who have duties in connection with
the fuse blasting are instructed in proper use of fuses, detonators, the timing and
spitting or lighting procedures, and such supervisors shall be duly licensed to handle
explosives by proper authorities.

No explosives shall be carried at any place within the mine where accidental
discharge would cut off the escape of workers working underground.

All primers shall be exploded or utilized with in twenty-four (24) hours after they
are made.

It is prohibited to hang fuse on nails or other projection which cause a sharp bend
to be formed in it.

Blasting caps shall not be removed from the original containers except when
capping the fuses.

When supplies of explosives or fuses are removed from a magazine, those that have
been stored longest shall be taken first.

Inflammable materials shall not be stored with explosives.

Explosives shall not be placed near tracks or less than two (2) meters from electric
wires or lights.

Fuses shall be capped in suitable places outside of the explosives magazine and
away from explosives.

Any dynamite found in the muck pile shall be placed in a suitable safe place and
the matter reported immediately to the supervisor.

Where explosives are not used immediately when brought to the working place the
same shall be placed in suitable wooden container with hinged tops.

It shall be prohibited to issue at any one time more than the sufficient amount of
explosives, caps and fuses needed for the blast.

Only electric blasting cap shall be used in the mines.

The proper tools and equipment shall be made available to the workers using and
handling explosives.

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The use of oil, grease, or other unapproved substances to waterproof joints between
cap and fuse is prohibited. A suitable compound for this purpose can be obtained
from the manufacturers of explosives.

Primers or primed cartridges shall be made only as recommended by manufacturers
of explosives and when in the place of usage.

Only non-sparking material puncher shall be used in making primers.
Before loading, all drill holes shall be thoroughly cleaned with blow pipe.
Only wooden stick shall be used for tamping cartridges in a hole.

Only direct and moderate pressure without pounding or punching shall be applied
when placing the explosive.

At least one (1) blasting cap cartridge inserted in a dynamite stick shall be tamped
in the bottom of the hole before loading in other dynamite sticks.

At least two (2) workers shall always be at the face when preparing for blasting.
No work of any kind shall be done at the blasting area after completion of firing.

Before blasting, warnings shall be given to all adjoining workings and guards shall
be stationed at all safety branches and approaches to the area.

Guards manning the entrance of approaches to a blast area must remain at their
posts until blasting is finished.

Guards must be informed and shall count the number of blasts.

Blasting shall be done only at specified times, preferably at the end of shift or at
lunch periods. Blasting at other times shall only be done by special permission of
the supervisor in charge of the work.

It shall be the duty of the superintendent or the man in charge of the mine to specify
and post and instruct the authorized workers regarding the regular blasting hours.

Missed holes or suspected missed holes shall be reported to the supervisor who
shall in turn report them to the supervisor of the next shift.

Blasted faces shall be examined carefully for missed holes and bootlegs containing
explosives shall be blasted, before any other work is done in that face.

Holes shall not be drilled in or near a known or suspected missed holes or old holes
or bootlegs as explosives may still remain at the bottom or crevices of the holes.

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It shall be prohibited to extract the charge from a missed hole. It shall be re-blasted.

In case it is impractical to shoot a missed hole, report it to the supervisor who shall
determine whether he can safely unload it with water.

The following "Don'ts" in the use of explosives shall be strictly followed:

a. Don't use empty explosives cases for kindling.

b. Don't permit any paper product used in the packing of explosives to leave
your possession. Accumulation of fiber board cases, paper case linens,
cartons, or cartridge paper shall be destroyed by burning after they have
been carefully examined to make sure they are empty.

c. Don't drill a borehole near another hole loaded with explosives.

d. Don't load a sprung borehole with another charge of explosives until it has
cooled sufficiently.

e. Don't store cases of dynamite in such a way that cartridges stand on end.

A maximum of seven (7) days’ supply of explosives shall be stored in an issuing
magazine, from where required supplies for immediate use shall be distributed by
an authorized and competent person.

When supplies of explosives and detonators for use in one or more working sections
are stored underground, they shall be kept in section boxes or magazines of
substantial construction with no metal exposed on the inside, located at least eight
(8) meters from the roadways and power lines, in a dry, well rock dusted location
protected from the roof falls, except in pitching beds, where it is not possible to
comply with the location requirements, such boxes shall be placed in niches cut
into solid coal or rock.

Explosives and detonators stored in the working places shall be kept in separate
closed containers which shall be located out of the line of blast and not less than 15
meters from the working face and 5 meters from any pipeline, power line, rail, or
conveyor, except that, if kept in niches in the rib, the distance from any pipeline,
power line, rail, or conveyor, shall be at least 2 meters. Such explosives and
detonators, when stored, shall be separated by a distance of at least 2 meters.

After every blasting operation, an examination shall be made to determine whether
fires have been started.

Delay connectors for firing detonating cord shall be treated and handled with the
same safety precautions as blasting caps and electric detonators.

Detonators of different brands shall not be used in the same round.

Light and power circuits shall be disconnected or removed from the blasting area
before charging and blasting.

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Section 5: Underground Transportation of Explosives

Any conveyance transporting explosives underground shall be clearly marked with
word "EXPLOSIVES."

Cases of explosives delivered underground shall be in flat cars provided with
wooden floorings.

A train of cars containing explosives shall be provided with red light in front and
at the rear.

Electric blasting cap shall be taken underground only in covered, padded and
insulated containers.

No detonators shall be transported with other explosives except when being carried
in a proper container to the face for immediate use.

When carrying dynamites and electric blasting caps to the face for immediate use,
they shall be placed and carried in separate containers or bags.

When explosives are transported on flat carts, adequate protection shall be provided
to avoid collision or derailment.

Where special insulated cars are provided for transporting explosives by
locomotives, they shall be pulled and not pushed.

Section 6: Electric Blasting
Only electric blasting shall be used in underground operation.
Fuse blasting shall only be used in initial development such as:

a. Driving along rock tunneling
b. Shaft sinking along rock face

All entrances to places where blasting is being done by electricity must be guarded
from the time the connection to the power circuit is made until the round is fired, if
firing is done by underground switch.

It shall be strictly prohibited for anyone to blast electrically, unless he has been
instructed in the safe standard practice of electric blasting and has qualifications to
perform electric blasting and is duly licensed by proper authorities.

If electric blasting is controlled from the outside of a mine, a complete check for
the number of workers shall be done before firing.

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Leg wires of electric blasting caps shall be kept shunted until ready to connect the
lead or bus wires.

Permanent wiring lead wires and leg wires shall be insulated. There shall be no
breaks or bare places in the main lines and connections shall be taped where
necessary to prevent short circuits or leak.

Wire shall not touch each other or any object that might carry an electric current.

Blasting switches, interrupter switches or their equivalent boxes shall be locked and
the keys kept by the blaster.

Blasting machine shall be kept locked at all times except when shots are to be fired.

Before blasting, the blaster shall use an approved circuit tester to check whether the
blasting circuit is closed and in the proper condition for the blast, or whether it is
open, because of faulty connections or broken wires.

Upon returning to the face after blasting, the blaster shall place shunts in permanent
blasting line, disconnect, and short the blasting cable or lead wires and roll up the
blasting cable when approaching the face.

The point of contact with the firing line shall be at a reasonably safe distance from
the blast.

Blasting lines shall be kept clear from all power and lighting lines and from all
grounded pipes, rails, etc.

When electric blasting caps are used and all the holes fail to explode, the wires shall
be disconnected from the power source and all other safety precautions shall be
done before going back to investigate the trouble.

All wire connections for electric blasting shall be mechanically and electrically
strong to ensure good results.

All electric blasting on or near the surface shall cease during thunderstorms and
during the approach ofan electrical storm. Al! persons shall retire to a safe place.

Adequate priming shall be employed to guard against misfires, increase toxic
fumes, and poor performance.

At least a two (2) meter air gaps shall be provided between the blasting circuit and
power circuit.

Power sources shall be suitable for the number of electrical detonators to be fired
and for the type of circuits used.

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Electric circuits from the blasting switches to the blast area shall not be grounded.

Safety switches and blasting switches shall be labeled, encased in boxes, and
arranged so that the covers of the boxes cannot be closed with the switches in the
trough-circuit or firing position.

Blasting switches shall be locked in the open position, except when closed to fire
the blast. Lead wire shall not be connected to the blasting switch until the shot is
ready to be fired.

The key or other control to an electrical firing device shall be entrusted only to the
person designated to fire the round or rounds.

When electric detonators are used, charging shall be stopped immediately when the
presence of static electricity or stray currents is detected; the condition shall be
remedied before charging is resumed.

When electric detonators are used, charging shall be suspended and workers
withdrawn to a safe location upon the approach of an electrical storm.

Blasted areas shall not be re-entered by any person after firing until such time as
concentrations of smoke, dust or fumes have been reduced to safe limits.

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