(1) A shotfirer who uses equipment to initiate explosives must ensure that the equipment complies with and is maintained in accordance with the relevant requirements of AS 2187.2.
(2) An exploder, circuit tester, rheostat or other equipment used to initiate explosive charges must not be used by a shotfirer unless it meets the following performance requirements—
(a) it is maintained, tested and calibrated having regard to the manufacturer's instructions (where provided); and
(b) it is used only for the purpose for which it was designed.
Note
It is an offence under section 37(1) of the Act to negligently or carelessly prepare or use explosives so as to endanger life or property.