King Packaged Materials Company Underground Shotcrete Safety Manual

About this manual

This manual provides safety guidelines and recommendations for the safe use of shotcrete in underground applications, developed by King Packaged Materials Company. It covers training, materials, equipment, and safety procedures for both dry and wet shotcrete processes. The document emphasizes the importance of personal protective equipment, engineering controls, and proper training to prevent workplace hazards.

The manual includes sections on hazardous materials, silica exposure, respiratory protection, equipment handling, and fall-out procedures. It also lists specific equipment models used in dry and wet processes and provides contact information for further support.

What's inside

• Do’s and Don’ts of Shotcrete Safety
• General Introduction
• Training
• Shotcrete Materials
• The Shotcrete Operation
• Conclusions
• Appendix

Frequently asked questions

What is the standard weight of the bulk bags used for shotcrete material supply?

Much of the shotcrete used today is pre-blended in bulk bags that contain 1,000 kg (2,203 lb) of material.

Which specific shotcrete mix types contain hazardous components like silica fume?

Hazardous components are found in accelerated, silica fume enhanced shotcrete identified as MS-D1 or MS-D3 Shotcrete Mixes.

What is the chemical formula for the compound known as Silica?

Silica is the general term for the chemical compound Silicon Dioxide with the formula SiO 2.