Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 219 - OFFICE OF STATE FIRE MARSHAL › Chapter 31 - RULES FOR THE MANUFACTURE, TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE AND USE OF EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS › Section 219-31-2

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
The following specified references are removed or adjusted to
				  reflect consistency with State of Maine requirements:
Section 1.3.4 is removed
Section 1.3.5 is removed
Section 1.6 E nforcement: Amended to read:
"This code
				  shall be enforced in accordance with 17A MRSA §
										2 #17.
Section 4.1.8 is removed
Section 4.1.9.1 is amended to read:
DANGER
NEVER PROCEED TO FIGHT FIRES
ON THIS SITE UNTIL CONTACTING
THE FOLLOWING TELEPHONE NUMBER
CALL__________________________________
Section 4.2.3.1 is amended to read:
4.2.3.1
Every person conducting an
				operation or activity that uses explosive materials shall obtain a permit to
				use explosive materials and shall be responsible for the results and
				consequences of any loading or firing of explosive materials. Such person also
				shall ensure that loading and firing are performed or supervised by a person
				possessing a permit to blast.
Exception: Approved laboratories engaged in
				  testing explosive materials, other than where conducting test blast explosions,
				  shall require only a permit to use.
Table 4.3.2 Classification for Permit to Blast is amended to
				  read as follows:
Table 4.3.2 Classifications for Permits
Permit to Use All Types of Blasting
Permit to Transport Explosives
Permit to Store Explosives
Section 4.4 is amended to read:
4.4
Requirements for Permit to
				Use
Section 4.4.3 is amended to read:
4.4.3
Any holder of a Permit to Use
				Explosives or person employed by the holder of a Permit to Use Explosives who
				is convicted of a violation of any explosive law or regulation shall be
				required to pass a qualifying examination as a condition of retention of the
				permit.
Section 4.5.1 is amended to read:
4.5.1
Permit to Use. A copy of the
				Permit to Use Explosives shall be posted at each place of operation, in each
				vehicle transporting explosives, and inside of all magazines containing
				explosives.
Section 4.5.2 is amended to read:
4.5.2
Permit to Transport. A copy of
				the permit shall be in the vehicle and readily accessible.
Section 4.8.1.1.1 is added by the State of Maine to
				  read:
4.8.1.1.1
All storage
				magazines shall contain an up-to-date inventory of all explosive materials
				stored within; and upon request from the Authority Having Jurisdiction, a copy
				of the current inventory shall be made available.
Section8. 2. 7 is amended to read:
8.2.7.1
A motor vehicle used for
				transporting explosive materials shall be inspected to determine that it is in
				proper condition The following items shall be verified:
(1)
The fire extinguisher is filled
				and in working order.
(2)
All electrical wiring is completely protected and securely fastened to
				prevent short-circuiting.
(3)
The chassis, motor, oil pan, and
				body undersides are clean and free of excess oil and grease.
(4)
The fuel tank and fuel lines are
				secure and free of leaks.
(5)
The brakes, lights, horn, windshield wipers, and steering apparatus are
				functioning properly.
(6)
The tires are inflated properly, free of defects and are within allowed
				wear condition.
(7)
The vehicle is in the proper condition in every other respect and is acceptable
				for handling explosive materials.