Explosives Regulations, 2013

Marginal note:Sound mechanical condition

• 193 (1) The carrier must ensure that the following requirements are met:

  • (a) the vehicle to be used to transport explosives is in sound mechanical condition and capable of safely transporting explosives, meaning that any dangers including those related to gasoline engines, heaters and lights, refrigeration and climate control systems and hot components of the exhaust system have been addressed; and

  • (b) the vehicle is fuelled, the oil level and tire pressure are checked and all required servicing of the vehicle is carried out before the loading of explosives begins.

• Marginal note:Combustible material

  (2) The carrier and the driver must ensure that the portion of the vehicle containing explosives is free of grit, combustible or abrasive material, any fire-producing, spark-producing or flame-producing device and any substance that might ignite spontaneously.

• Marginal note:Inspection

  (3) The driver must ensure that the vehicle, while transporting explosives, is inspected daily to verify that the following requirements are met:

  • (a) the fire extinguishers are filled and in good working order;

  • (b) the electric wiring is completely insulated and firmly secured;

  • (c) the fuel tank and fuel lines have no leaks;

  • (d) the chassis, engine, pan and bottom of the body are clean and free from excess oil and grease;

  • (e) the brakes and steering apparatus are in good condition; and

  • (f) the tires are not worn smooth or visibly defective.

• Marginal note:Correcting deficiencies

  (4) The driver must ensure that any deficiencies found on the vehicle during an inspection are corrected before it is used to transport explosives.