Conditions for Transport of Explosives in Bulk | CMR 2017 Reg. 188

CONDITIONS FOR TRANSPORT OF EXPLOSIVES IN BULK

(As per CMR 2017 – Regulation 188 Notification, DGMS)

1. INTRODUCTION

Transport of explosives in bulk (ANFO/Slurry/Emulsion) inside opencast coal mines is a high-risk operation. DGMS issued special conditions under Regulation 188 of CMR 2017 (GSR 982(E), dated 01.10.2018) to standardize safe handling, transport, and use of bulk explosives. These conditions are mandatory for all opencast coal mines using bulk explosives.

2.1 Responsibilities of Mine Management (a) Owner/Agent/Manager duties

Only properly trained and authorised persons are allowed to participate in bulk explosive transport.
The Manager must issue written authorisation.
Adequate PPE must be provided and used.

(b) Competent supervision

Entire operation shall be under a Competent Person holding at least an Overman’s Certificate.

2.2 Time & Quantity Restrictions

Transport is allowed only during daylight hours.
Quantity transported must not exceed the requirement for one round of shots.
Explosives must be transported within 30 minutes before charging begins.

2.3 Vehicle Requirements

Only approved vehicles by Competent Authority are permitted.
Must comply with all licensing authority conditions.
Vehicle must be in safe operating condition.
Driver must be competent, licensed and authorised.

Fire Extinguishers

Minimum two fire extinguishers of appropriate type

Must fight petroleum & electrical fire.
Must be easily accessible & maintained.

Pre-Transport Search

Competent person must personally search all workers involved.
Ensure no one carries:

Cigarette, biri, cigar
Matches
Smoking material
Mobile phone
Any spark/flame producing device

2.4 Safety Precautions During Transport Mandatory precautions

(a) Vehicle must be properly earthed using chain links during loading.

(b) Vehicle must remain locked except during loading/unloading.
(c) Overloading prohibited.
(d) Speed limit not more than 25 km/hr.
(e) Vehicle must not be left unattended when loaded.
(f) Loaded vehicle must be kept at an isolated location. Prohibited Conditions

Loaded vehicle shall not enter garage or repair shop.
Must not be refuelled, except in emergencies.

Even then, engine must be stopped and precautions taken.

Charging of deep holes shall not occur in the same area where drilling operations are ongoing.

2.5 Daily Inspection Requirements

Vehicle must be inspected every 24 hours by a competent person.
Inspection should confirm:

Fire extinguishers filled & properly placed
Electrical wiring insulated & secured
Chassis, engine, body clean & oil-free
Fuel tank & lines leak-free
Brakes, lights, steering in good order

A report must be recorded in a bound paged book with date & signature.

2.6 Code of Practice

The Mine Manager must prepare a Code of Practice (COP) covering handling & transport of bulk explosives.

3. QUICK ONE-LINERS (Revision)

Bulk explosive transport allowed only in daylight.
Quantity must match one round only.
Vehicle must be approved by licensing authority.
Minimum two fire extinguishers are mandatory.
Speed limit: 25 km/hr.
Vehicle must be earthed with chain links during loading.
No smoking materials, matches, mobile phones allowed.
Loaded vehicle cannot be left unattended.
Refuelling loaded vehicle is prohibited except emergencies.
Daily inspection must be recorded in a bound book.
Competent supervision must be by Overman certificate holder.
Transport only 30 minutes before charging.
Vehicle cannot enter repair shop when loaded.
Drilling and charging must not occur simultaneously at same place.
Manager must frame a Code of Practice for bulk explosives.

4. Explain the DGMS-specified conditions for transport of explosives in bulk as per CMR 2017 Reg. 188.

Model Answer:

Transport of explosives in bulk is a critical operation requiring strict compliance with DGMS Notification GSR 982(E) dated 01.10.2018. As per Regulation 188 of CMR 2017, the Owner, Agent, and Manager must ensure that only trained and authorised persons handle bulk explosives. A competent person with at least an Overman certificate must supervise the entire operation. Transport is allowed only during daylight and the quantity shall not exceed the requirement for one blasting round, transported not earlier than 30 minutes before charging begins. Only vehicles approved by the Competent Authority may be used, and such vehicles must have two suitable fire extinguishers and a licensed authorised driver. Workers must be searched to prevent possession of smoking materials or spark-producing devices, including mobile phones. Mandatory precautions include proper earthing of the vehicle during loading, maintaining the vehicle locked, avoiding overloading, limiting the speed to 25 km/hr, prohibiting unattended parking, avoiding refuelling except in emergencies, and keeping the loaded vehicle isolated. Drilling and charging must not occur simultaneously in the same area. Every vehicle must undergo a 24-hour inspection for wiring, fire extinguishers, fuel systems, and mechanical condition, and the inspection must be recorded in a bound book. The mine manager must also prepare a detailed Code of Practice addressing safe handling and transport of bulk explosives.

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Conditions for Transport of Explosives in Bulk | CMR 2017 Reg. 188