Explosives and Blasting Technique: Proceedings of the EFEE 2nd World Conference, Prague, Czech Republic, 10-12 September 2003

by R. Holmberg (Editor)

Overview

A collection of technical papers from contributors around the world, this volume looks at all aspects of environmental engineering with explosives. Whilst some papers focus on the legal issues and EU directives concerning safety and best practice, others consider practical health and safety issues surrounding this subject. Also covers practical applications, recent technological advances and improvements in method, equipment and processes, useful for the researcher or field professional alike.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789058096050
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	01/01/2003
Pages:	648
Product dimensions:	6.75(w) x 9.75(h) x (d)

About the Author

R. Holmberg, Dyno Nobel R&D Centre for Initiation Systems, Gyttorp, Sweden and Swedish Rock Construction Committee, Stockholm, Sweden.

Table of Contents

Foreword 1. EU directives and harmonisation work Session 1 EU directives affecting the explosives industry; Explosion and fire hazard assessment for explosives, ammunition and fertilizing agents facilities after EU directive 96/82/EC “Seveso II”: Contribution for guidelines proposal; Umsetzung der Richtlinie 93/15/EWG über das Inverkehrbringen von Explosivstoffen aus der Sicht der Herstellerindustrie und Anmerkungen zu Lagerung und Transport von Ammoniumnitrat-Emulsionen (ANE); Possible evolution of the blasters training in Europe 2. Health, safety and environment, HSE 3. Recent technical development – products and processes 4. Shot hole development 5. Blasting experiences 6. Management of blasting operations.