Explosive Powered Tools. The use of explosive power tools shall be executed in accordance with Regulation 19 of the Construction Regulations. No Principal Contractor shall use or permit any person to use an explosive powered tool, unless: i. It is provided with a protective guard around the muzzle end, which effectively confines any flying fragments or particles; and ii. The firing mechanism is so designed that the explosive powered tool will not function unless; iii. it is held against the surface with a force of at least twice its weight; and iv. the angle of inclination of the barrel to the work surface is not more than 15 degrees from a right angle: v. Provided that the provisions of this sub-regulation shall not apply to explosive powered tools in which the energy of the cartridge is transmitted to the bolts, nails or similar relevant objects by means of an intermediate piston which has a limited distance of travel
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Samples: Nec3 Term Service Contract, Nec3 Term Service Contract, Nec3 Term Service Contract (Tsc3)
