BC SHIFTBOSS EXAM ACTUAL 2025/2026 QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS

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BC SHIFTBOSS EXAM ACTUAL 2025/2026 QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS Does the mixing of ammonium nitrate and fuel oil to form an explosive require any legal approval? - Answer -Yes, only if the user has received written approval of the Chief Inspector of Explosives "What three methods may be used to destroy AN/FO explosives?" - Answer -"-By emptying the containers into a large body of stagnant water -By emptying them into a pit and pouring water of them -By scattering them on the ground and then covering them with dirt. ""How is primacord destroyed?""" - Answer -The preferred method is by burning in the same manner as dynamite. It must not be burned on the spool, but strung out in parallel lines at least 1cm apart. "What is primacord?" - Answer -It is detonating cord consisting of high explosive core contained in a waterproof textile covering. "What is the proper method of attaching a blasting cap to a line of primacord?" - Answer -The cap is attached to the side of the primacord by means of friction tape or other suitable material. "What is a "Nonel" assembly?" - Answer -A plastic shock tube coated inside with finely powdered explosive and securely crimped to a high strength (12 grain PETN) nonelectric delay detonator. "Can a "Nonel" cap be used to detonate all types of explosives that are cap sensitive?" Need assistance on Online classes, Exams & Assignments? Reach out for instant help!! Full Course Assistance, Plagiarism-free Essay Writing, Research Paper, Dissertation, Discussion Posts, etc…. Confidential & Secure services. Tutors are available for all subjects! Email now at: tutorjean01@gmail.com - Answer -Yes, the shock tube will not disturb any column of powder as the shock tube does not explode. "How would you hook up "Nonel" caps?" - Answer -Hook up Nonel to a b-line trunk line pulling excess tubing through the plastic connector, then attach a cap to b-line trunk line and blast. "Would you trim off excess Nonel tubing?" - Answer -No, each Nonel is a sealed unit. One end of the tube is sealed by means of heat seals, the other end by the detonator. If excess tubing is cut off moisture may enter and cause malfunction. "Can Nonels be used in areas of possible stray current?" - Answer -Yes, Nonels are not a conductor of electricity. "What is the recommended exposure time for a Nonel detonator assembly in n explosive that uses fuel oil as a component?" - Answer -6 days (15 days for Nonel XT) "How should a blasting cap be attached to a detonator cord such as primacord?" - Answer -It should be taped into position and the end of the cap must be positioned with the base of the cap pointing in the direction of initiation. "How should a blasting cap be attached to a procore primer or other high strength cast primer?" - Answer -The end of the cap should be positioned within the primer, pointed in the direction of the main charge. "What is the detonation velocity of detonating cord?" - Answer -~22,000f/s or 6,075m/s "Can detonating cord be lit with a match?" - Answer -Detonating cord cannot be lit with a match. "What is the chemical composition of the explosive used in detonating cord?" - Answer -Pentaerythritol tetranitrate. Need assistance on Online classes, Exams & Assignments? Reach out for instant help!! Full Course Assistance, Plagiarism-free Essay Writing, Research Paper, Dissertation, Discussion Posts, etc…. Confidential & Secure services. Tutors are available for all subjects! Email now at: tutorjean01@gmail.com