Common use of Use of Explosives Clause in Contracts

Use of Explosives. When the use of explosives is necessary for the prosecution of the work, the Contractor shall observe all local, state and federal laws in purchasing and handling explosives. The Contractor shall take all necessary precaution to protect completed work, neighboring property, water lines, or other underground structures. Where there is danger to structures or property from blasting, the charges shall be reduced, and the material shall be covered with suitable timber, steel or rope mats. The Contractor shall notify all owners of public utility property of intention to use explosives at least 8 hours before blasting is done close to such property. Any supervision or direction of use of explosives by the engineer does not in any way reduce the responsibility of the Contractor or his Surety for damages that may be caused by such use.

Use of Explosives. When the use of explosives is necessary for the prosecution of the work, the Contractor shall observe all local, state and federal laws in purchasing and handling explosives. The Contractor shall take all necessary precaution precautions to protect completed work, neighboring property, water lines, or other underground structures. Where there is danger to structures or property from blasting, the charges shall be reduced, reduced and the material shall be covered with suitable timber, steel or rope mats. The Contractor shall notify all owners Owners of public utility property of intention to use explosives at least 8 eight hours before blasting is done done, close to such property. Any supervision or direction of use of explosives by the engineer Architect/Engineer does not in any way reduce the responsibility of the Contractor or his Surety for damages that may be caused by such use.