Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) - Code of Federal Regulations - 30 CFR 56.6204
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MSHA - Title 30 CFR
30 CFR § 56.6204

Hoists.

(a) Before explosive material is transported in hoist conveyances, the hoist operator shall be notified.

(b) Explosive material transported in hoist conveyances shall be placed within a container which prevents shifting of the cargo that could cause detonation of the container by impact or by sparks. The manufacturer's container may be used if secured to a nonconductive pallet. When explosives are transported, they shall be secured so as not to contact any sparking material.

(c) No explosive material shall be transported during a mantrip.

[58 FR 69596, Dec. 30, 1993]




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