Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001A Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.109(e)(1)(iv): Persons authorized to prepare explosive charges or conduct blasting operations did not use every reasonable precaution, including but not limited to warning signals, flags, barricades, or woven wire mats to insure the safety of the general public and workmen: a) Hydro Resources, County Road 18 and 69, Keenesburg, CO 80643: On and before April 23, 2019, the employer did not ensure that persons authorized to prepare explosive charges or conduct blasting operations used every reasonable precaution to insure the safety of the general public and workmen. The employer did not assess the area to ensure that extraneous sources of electrical energy such as, but not limited to, static electricity, video cable power, and a wireless surveillance system did not occur during the setup and blasting process. In addition, the employer did not ensure that all personnel involved in the setup process were trained in safe working procedures, including controlling the detonation process by placing the initial charges downhole prior to making a connection. Two employees were struck by shrapnel from explosive caps that detonated prematurely. This condition exposed employees to struck-by hazards resulting in multiple shrapnel wounds from the discharges.