Explosives Regulations, 2013

Marginal note:Sound mechanical condition

• 193 (1) The carrier must ensure that the vehicle to be used to transport explosives is in sound mechanical condition and capable of safely transporting explosives.

• 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.