Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 49, December 6, 2024
Section 38-4-13 - Blasting13.1. Blasting is to be done in accordance with the applicable rules and approved plans and specifications. If unforeseen conditions are encountered in the project area and blasting is required in areas not covered in the approved plan package, an approval for blasting in those areas will be required from the Secretary's authorized representative. The blasting plan shall explain how the applicant will comply with blasting requirements of the WVSCMRA 22-3 Act, WVSMRR, and the terms and conditions of the permit. This plan shall include, at a minimum, information setting forth the limitations the operator will meet with the ground and air blast vibrations, the basis for those limitations, and the methods to be applied in controlling the adverse effects of blasting operations.13.2. Blast Record: A blasting record shall be maintained at the site in accordance with the applicable rules.13.3. Seismic monitoring of ground vibrations shall be conducted if there is any surface mining or construction blasting within 8 of a mile of the dam.