Department of Public Safety › 29-349 Storage, Transportation and Use of Explosives and Blasting Agents

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-156. Magazine constructionMagazines for the storage of Class A explosives shall be bullet-resistant, weather-resistant, fire-resistant, ventilated sufficiently to protect the explosive in the specific locality. Class 1 and Clas…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-157. Magazine classificationMagazines as required by these regulations shall be of four classes:(a) Class 1 for the permanent storage of explosives.(b) Class 2 for the temporary storage of explosives. This magazine must meet al…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-158. Magazine construction conformityMagazines shall be constructed in conformity with the provisions of these regulations, or may be of substantially equivalent construction satisfactory to the State Fire Marshal. (Effective D…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-159. Warning signsProperty upon which magazines are located outside of buildings shall be posted with signs, reading \"Explosives—Keep Off.\" Such signs shall be located so as to minimize the possibility of bullet traveling in …

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-160. Class 1 and Class 2 MagazinesMagazines of this category shall be of masonry construction or of wood or metal construction, or a combination of these types, and shall be bullet-resistant. Thickness of masonry units shall no…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-161. Floor and roof constructionFloors and roofs of masonry magazines may be of wood construction. Wood floors shall be tongue and grooved lumber having a minimum thickness of one inch. (Effective December 24, 1987)

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-162. Roof-bullet resistantIf the roof of a Class 1 or Class 2 magazine can be shot into from higher ground, it shall be protected by a sand tray or 4 inches of hardwood located at the line of eaves and covering the entire area …

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-163. Exterior magazine coveringAll wood at the exterior of magazines, including eaves, shall be protected by being covered with black or galvanized steel or aluminum metal of thickness not less than No. 26 gauge. All nails expo…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-164. FoundationsFoundations for magazines shall be of substantial construction and arranged to provide good cross ventilation. The ground around such foundations shall slope away sufficiently for proper drainage. (Effective Dec…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-165. VentilationMagazines shall be ventilated sufficiently to prevent dampness and heating of stored explosives. Ventilating openings shall be screened to prevent the entrance of sparks. (Effective December 24, 1987)

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-166. Magazine door constructionOpenings to magazines shall be restricted to that necessary for the placement and removal of stocks of explosives. Doors shall be constructed of 3/8 inch plate steel and lined with 2-5/8 inches of…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-167. Magazine locking and protectionMagazines shall be provided with substantial means for locking and protection. A complete tamper proof locking assembly, approved by the State Fire Marshal, shall be provided and magazine doo…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-168. Prohibited stock pilingProvisions shall be made to prevent the piling of stocks of explosives directly against masonry walls, brick lined or sand filled metal walls and single thickness metal walls; such protection, howeve…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-169. Class 3 and Class 4 magazinesMagazines shall be of wood or metal construction or a combination thereof.(Effective December 24, 1987)

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-170. Wood and metal magazine constructionWood magazines of this class shall have sides, bottom, and cover constructed of 2 inch thick hardwood boards well braced at corners and protected by being entirely covered with sheet met…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-171. Magazine cover constructionCovers for both wood and metal constructed magazines of these classes shall be provided with substantial strap hinges and shall be provided with substantial means of locking. Covers shall be kept…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-172. Warning signsMagazines of this class shall be painted red and shall bear lettering in white, on all sides and top, at least 3 inches high, \"Explosives—Keep Fire Away\"—Class 4 magazines when located in warehouses, wholesa…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-173. VentilationClass 3 and Class 4 magazines shall provide adequate means of ventilation.(Effective December 24, 1987)

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-174. Explosives storage within buildingClass 4 magazines shall be permitted in warehouses, wholesale and retail establishments when located on a floor which has an entrance at outside grade level and the magazine is located not…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-175. Class 3 magazines. Limitation on storageNot more than 200 pounds of explosives shall be stored or kept in a Class 3 magazine. No explosives shall be kept at night or when blasting is inactive in a Class 3 magazine except u…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-176. Class 4 magazines. Limitation on storageNot more than 50 pounds of explosives shall be stored or kept in a Class 4 magazine.(Effective December 24, 1987)

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-177. Permits by local fire marshalNo Local Fire Marshal shall issue a permit to transport more than 50 pounds of explosives or more than 1,000 blasting caps or electric blasting caps in any suitable vehicle. A Local Fire Marsha…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-178. Permits by state fire marshalOnly the State Fire Marshal, or his designated representatives shall approve and issue permits for the transportation of explosives in vehicles carrying more than 200 pounds of explosives or mo…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-179. Vehicle approvalVehicles transporting more than 200 pounds of explosives or more than 1,000 blasting caps or electric blasting caps shall be required to have the approval of the State Fire Marshal. Vehicles of this classif…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-180. Blasting cap transportationA maximum of 5,000 blasting caps or electric blasting caps may be transported on the same approved vehicle as follows: The blasting caps or electric blasting caps shall be packed in authorized D.…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-181. Loading or unloading precautionsIn loading or unloading any explosives or blasting caps or electric blasting caps, care shall be taken in the handling of same, and they shall be so placed or stowed as to prevent displaceme…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-182. Description of vehicleThe body of each such vehicle shall be fully enclosed. The doors shall be equipped with strong hinges securely bolted on the inside and provided with two suitable padlocks which shall be kept locked a…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-183. Warning signsEach vehicle carrying explosives shall bear signs on the front, rear and each side bearing the word \"EXPLOSIVES\" in letters not less than 4 inches in height. The lettering shall be in white. Approved vehicle…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-184. Owner to inspectIt shall be the duty of the person to whom a permit has been issued to transport explosives in vehicles of this classification to inspect daily or cause to be inspected daily those vehicles employed by him …

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-185. Fire extinguishersEach such vehicle shall be equipped with two approved fire extinguishers carrying a minimum rating of 6BC each and approved by a fire equipment testing laboratory recognized by the State Fire Marshal. (Ef…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-186. Prohibited routesExplosives shall not be transported through any prohibited vehicular tunnel, or subway, or over any prohibited bridge, roadway, or elevated highway. (Effective December 24, 1987)

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-187. Prohibited transportation in a public conveyanceExplosives shall not be carried or transported in or upon a public conveyance or vehicle carrying passengers for hire. (Effective December 24, 1987)

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-188. Vehicles to stop at railroad crossingsAll commercial vehicles carrying explosives shall come to a full stop before crossing any railroad tracks. Such vehicles shall display a sign with the letters at least two inches high …

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-189. Alternate routingVehicles transporting explosives shall be routed to avoid congested traffic and densely populated areas whenever practical. Where routes through congested areas have been designated by local authorities su…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-190. Driver to be licensed by state fire marshalVehicles transporting explosives shall only be driven by and be in charge of a driver licensed by the State Fire Marshal to transport explosives. The driver must be physically fit…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-191. Vehicle for repair or storageVehicles containing explosives shall not be taken into a garage or repair shop for repair or storage. (Effective December 24, 1987)

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-192. Vehicle to be attendedEvery motor vehicle transporting any quantity of Class A or Class B explosives shall, at all times, be attended by the driver or other qualified attendant of the motor carrier. This attendant shall ha…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-193. Certain substances prohibitedNo spark-producing metal, or spark-producing metal tools, oils, matches, firearms, electric storage batteries, flammable substances, acids, oxidizing materials, or corrosive compounds shall be …

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-194. Transfer of explosivesExplosives shall not be transferred from one vehicle to another within the State of Connecticut without informing the local fire and police authorities. In the event of a breakdown or collision, the L…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-195. Vehicle parking restrictionsExcept under emergency conditions, no vehicle transporting explosives shall be parked before reaching its destination, even though attended, on any street adjacent to or in proximity to any brid…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-196. Distance between vehiclesVehicles loaded with explosives shall keep at least 1,000 feet apart.(Effective December 24, 1987)

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-197. Passengers prohibitedUnauthorized persons shall not ride on vehicles transporting explosives.(Effective December 24, 1987)

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-198. Smoking and carrying firearms prohibitedNo person shall smoke, carry matches or any flame-producing device, or carry any firearms or loaded cartridges (except law enforcement officers in the performance of their duties) in…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-199. PackingWhen explosives are being transported, they shall be packed in strong containers suitable for the purpose. Each box, container, or case shall be plainly marked stating the make and type of explosive contained therei…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-200. Vehicle loading and delivery of explosivesVehicles shall be loaded in such a manner as to prevent displacement during transit. No bail-hook or metal tools, except portable conveyors made of non-ferrous metals shall be used…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-201. Railroad carsAll railroad cars loaded with explosives shall be promptly unloaded and their contents transported to licensed magazines in approved vehicles. Except during the actual unloading, such cars shall be securely lo…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-202. Interstate transportationThere shall be no interstate transportation of explosives into this State except in accordance with the rules and regulations of the U.S. Department of Transportation. (Effective December 24, 1987)

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-203. Record of shots firedEach user of explosives for commercial blasting purposes shall keep a log book showing in detail, shots fired by him, giving the quantity of explosives used in each shot, the types, the date, time, nam…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-204. User, without magazine, limited to daily requirementsNo user of explosives not having a licensed magazine shall have in his possession explosives beyond his daily requirements. (Effective December 24, 1987)

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 29-349-205. Experienced persons onlyThe handling of explosives may be performed by the person holding a permit to use the explosives or by other employees under his direct supervision provided that such employees are at least 21 years…