# The Stratified Ironstone, Shale and Fireclay Mines (Explosives) Regulations 1956, Regulation 38


(1) No shot firer shall couple a shot firing cable to a detonator in a shaft or staple-pit provided with winding apparatus unless—
(a) the kibble is conveniently placed for men in the shaft or staple-pit to enter it; and
(b) he has satisfied himself that the person operating the winding apparatus is ready to raise.
(2) No shot firer shall couple a shot firing cable to shot firing apparatus for the purpose of firing any shot in a shaft or staple-pit unless all persons who may be affected are in a place of safety.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1956/1943/regulation/38 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/stratified-ironstone-shale-and-fireclay-mines-explosives-regulations-1956/regulation-38
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