§ 57.6202. Vehicles.
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/us/cfr/t30/s§ 57.6202·A research copy — for the controlling text, always check the official state or federal source. Not legal advice.
(a)Vehicles containing explosive material shall be---
(1)Maintained in good condition and shall comply with the requirements of subpart M of this part;
(2)Equipped with sides and enclosures higher than the explosive material being transported or have the explosive material secured to a nonconductive pallet;
(3)Equipped with a cargo space that shall contain the explosive material (passenger areas shall not be considered cargo space);
(4)Equipped with at least two multipurpose dry-chemical fire extinguishers or one such extinguisher and an automatic fire suppression system;
(5)Posted with warning signs that indicate the contents and are visible from each approach;
(6)Occupied only by persons necessary for handling the explosive material;
(7)Attended or the cargo compartment locked at surface areas of underground mines, except when parked at the blast site and loading is in progress; and
(8)Secured while parked by having---
(i)The brakes set;
(ii)The wheels chocked if movement could occur; and
(iii)The engine shut off unless powering a device being used in the loading operation.
(b)Vehicles containing explosives shall have---
(1)No sparking material exposed in the cargo space; and
(2)Only properly secured nonsparking equipment in the cargo space with the explosives.
(c)Vehicles used for dispensing bulk explosive material shall---
(1)Have no zinc or copper exposed in the cargo space; and
(2)Provide any enclosed screw-type conveyors with protection against internal pressure and frictional heat.