BLASTING FAQs
Q: Are blasters required to have a permit from the Fire Marshal?
Yes, a permit to transport, use, and purchase explosives is required before any blasting is performed.
Q: Do I have the right to be notified of blasting operations in my neighborhood?
There is no regulation requiring persons to be notified that blasting is occurring in your neighborhood. Each blasting operation is unique. Blasters are required to conduct a pre-blast survey within certain distances to adjoining property. This survey may or may not be required on homes in the area depending on the amount of blasting to take place.
Q: My house shook during a blasting operation nearby, what do I do?
Call the Fire Marshals' Office if you have a concern about the blasting taking place. Most blasting operations do cause some seismic and air blast vibration. All blasting operations are monitored by the Fire Marshal and do require pre-blast surveys and seismic readings of nearby buildings to determine safe levels of ground and air movement.
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