205Blasting warnings—general

205 Blasting warnings—general (1) A person intending to fire an explosive for a blasting operation (a) give a warning that is sufficient and appropriate to people near the firing operation; and (b) take all necessary precautions to— (i) ensure that people near the blasting area are at a safe distance from the blasting area; or (ii) provide appropriate blasting shelters, and ensure that people who may be endangered by the blasting operations use these shelters; and (c) ensure that all means of approach to the area are secured against entry by the public or vehicles; and

(d) except in underground blasting operations—before and after firing, ensure that an effective audible warning signal is given in accordance with— (i) the system required by section 206 or section 207; or (ii) any alternative or additional requirements stated in the blasting permit. Examples for par (c) of means to prevent entry 1 display of warning signs 2 posting of guards (2) For subsection (1) (d), an audible warning must be distinguishable from motor vehicle horns or other audible signalling devices normally used in the area where the firing operation is taking place.