Authorized Rock Blasting Company

What is an Authorized Rock Blasting Company?

BEF are currently working on a major project whose concept we hope will change the rock blasting industry. BEF implemented an authorization of their member companies, which means that many of Sweden's rock blasting contractors will be an Authorized Rock Blasting Company

Background to the project

The regulations that control the rock blasting industry define more than in other fields special responsibilities and accountability of individuals. This applies to everything from a possible local manufacture of explosives to the rules for possession, storage, transfer and transportation of explosives.  In the construction site there are a variety of rules for both the employee's safety as the safety of third parties and their property.

Example of areas controlled by strict rules:

- Possession, storage and transfer of explosives
- Transport of explosives
- Use of explosives
- Rock Drilling
- Demolition and mountain inspection

The purpose of the authorization

There are major benefits with an accreditation. The customer should feel comfortable with the job done safely and professionally. Authorization is a mark of quality that the company and its staff have the necessary skills and follow the Swedish laws properly. Continuous support and training takes place in these issues.

Process

  • The authorization is on company level
  • All participants receive a diploma and certificates after taking a two-day course including two written tests
  • Companies receive their authorization certificates after they implemented the correct working procedures and proven that they follow the stated requirements.
  • The companies then have to go through an external revision that is reported back to BEF

Conclusion

Be safe, consult an Authorized Rock Blasting Company!

 

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