S-2.1, r. 4 - Safety Code for the construction industry

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2012-09-01

SCHEDULE 8

(s. 7.2.1)

TRAINING AND CERTIFICATE OF A LOW VELOCITY EXPLOSIVE ACTUATED TOOL OPERATOR

8.1 Only persons so authorized by the manufacturer of a low velocity explosive actuated tool may be instructors and, in that capacity, supervise the training and qualification of workers wishing to use a low velocity explosive actuated tool.

8.2 Any worker wishing to use a low velocity explosive actuated tool shall have received training covering the following points:

(1) identification of the tool’s parts and accessories;

(2) how to operate the tool and its accessories, such as a spall stop;

(3) maintenance of the tool;

(4) identification of damaged or worn parts;

(5) identification of the strength of explosive charges.

8.3 A low velocity explosive actuated tool operator’s certificate shall be issued to any worker who:

(1) has received the training provided for in section 8.2;

(2) has demonstrated to his instructor that he is able to perform the operations provided for in section 8.2.

The certificate is issued by the instructor who dispenses the training.

8.4 A low velocity explosive actuated tool operator’s certificate shall contain the following information:

(1) the worker’s name;

(2) the attestation that the worker has received the training provided for in section 8.2 and has demonstrated that he is able to perform the operations provided for in that section;

(3) the date of issue of the certificate;

(4) the name or trademark of the manufacturer of the tool;

(5) the model of the tool;

(6) the name and signature of the instructor who dispensed the training provided for in section 8.2.

O.C. 329-94, s. 77.