Blasting safety - protocols, PPE and lessons learned

[Alan]

Let’s start a discussion about blasting safety. What are your go-to protocols, must-have PPE, and any valuable lessons you’ve picked up in the field? What do you do to keep yourself and your team safe?

 

[Safari]

Always set up exclusion zones using visual barriers and have spotters on hand. It's essential to wear double hearing protection, use respirators that are suitable for dust, and ensure blast mats are secured properly. Conducting pre-blast inspections can help catch 90% of potential issues. Remember, never rush your shots, complacency can be deadly.

 

[the0rehunter]

You're right, doing those pre-blast checks and wearing the right PPE can really stop accidents from happening.