# 405 KAR 5:042: 405 KAR 5:042. Blasting

> Kentucky · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_KAR_T405_C005_R042

## Section

- **Citation:** 405 KAR 5:042
- **Heading:** 405 KAR 5:042. Blasting
- **Jurisdiction:** Kentucky
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Kentucky Administrative Regulations / Title 405 (Energy and Environment Cabinet - Department for Natural Resources) / Chapter 005 / 405 KAR 5:042

## Text

Section 1. General. (1) If blasting is planned for the proposed mineral operation, it shall be conducted in accordance with the laws and administrative regulations of the Kentucky Division of Mines and Minerals, 805 KAR Chapter 4. (2) If flyrock falls outside the permit boundary, or if property damage occurs outside of the permit boundary, as a result of flyrock, then appropriate mitigative measures shall be taken, as determined by the cabinet based upon the nature and scope of the environmental and property damage. Section 2. Blasting Signs. Warning signs shall be posted if explosives are to be used, in accordance with 405 KAR 5:036E.

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