The purpose of this chapter is to define minimum requirements for the prevention and control of hazards related to the possession, handling, and use of explosives in order to:
(1) Protect the safety and health of the general public;
(2) Protect the safety and health of explosive industry employees covered under the Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (chapter
49.17 RCW);
(3) Develop, support, and maintain safe and healthy use of explosives in Washington state.
[Statutory Authority: RCW
49.17.010,
49.17.040,
49.17.050, and
49.17.060. WSR 17-16-132, § 296-52-60010, filed 8/1/17, effective 9/1/17. Statutory Authority: RCW
49.17.010, [49.17].040, and [49.17].050. WSR 02-03-125, § 296-52-60010, filed 1/23/02, effective 3/1/02.]