Group C consists of bulk propellants, propelling charges, and devices containing propellant with or without means of ignition. Upon initiation, these items will deflagrate, explode, or detonate.
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What is Chemical Group C?
Group C consists of bulk propellants, propelling charges, and devices containing propellant with or without means of ignition. Upon initiation, these items will deflagrate, explode, or detonate.
What is the purpose of public traffic route distance PTRD?
The term ‘public traffic route distance’ (PTRD) refers to the minimum permissible distance between a potential explosion site (PES) and public traffic routes, which is such that the ignition or explosion of explosives at the PES will not cause intolerable danger to the occupants of vehicles at an exposed site (ES).
What does DA Pam stand for?
Department of the Army Pamphlet
DA PAM stands for Department of the Army Pamphlet, which is primarily informative, but not punitive. The AR 25-30 defines a DA PAM as: A permanent instructional publication.
What does TNT smell like?
Other objects and even some medical conditions are also associated with distinctive odors. For example, the nitroglycerin fumes in dynamite can smell like banana, while food infected with salmonella bacteria can release hydrogen sulfide gas that smells like rotten eggs.
What is 1.3C explosive?
1.3C 1.4C Secondary detonating explosive substance or black powder or article containing a secondary detonating explosive substance, in each case without means of initiation and without a propelling charge, or article containing a primary explosive substance.
How many feet radius does the DOD require for an LPS zone of protection?
150 ft.
This mandates that the LPS is designed to Page 8 8 Protection Level II, expected to intercept 97% of all lightning strikes. Per NFPA 780, the LPS for ordinary facilities is based on a 150 ft. radius zone of protection. Designed to protect against 91% of all lightning strikes.
What is accidental detonation?
A misfire results when explosives fail to detonate as planned during a mine blast. Accidental detonation of misfires is a frequent cause of personal injury, equipment damage, and lost production.
What is the difference between a DA Pam and an AR?
In short, an AR tells you what the rules are, and the DA PAM tells you how to comply with the rules.
What does LLR mean death?
In peace I will both lie down and sleep, For You alone, O LORD, make me to dwell in safety.
| Acronym | Definition |
|---|---|
| LLR | Looks Like Rain (song) |
| LLR | Legal, Legislative and Regulatory (various organizations) |
| LLR | Local Linear Regression |
| LLR | Low Level Reservoir |
What explosive smells like almonds?
Commercial explosive is a dense putty-like material that may be in blocks, lumps or sticks, and often has a distinct almond or marzipan smell.
What does exploded C4 smell like?
The final material is a solid with a dirty white to light brown color, a putty-like texture similar to modeling clay, and a distinct smell of motor oil.
Is 1.4 B and 1.4 C compatible?
For example, classifications 1.1B or 1.4B may be transported together, and classifications 1.3C and 1.4C may be transported together, but classifications 1.4B and 1.4C (in the same division) may not be transported together.
What is the maximum distance permitted between down conductors?
Exposed conductors are fastened at maximum three feet intervals to maintain the system in place against wind and weather. All strike termination devices must be connected to the conductors with a minimum of two paths to the grounding system.