5604.7.5 Unpacking and Repacking Explosive Materials

Containers of explosive materials, except fiberboard containers, and packages of damaged or deteriorated explosive materials or fireworks shall not be unpacked or repacked inside or within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of a magazine or in close proximity to other explosive materials.

Packages of explosive materials that have been opened shall be closed before being placed in a magazine.

Tools used for the opening and closing of packages of explosive materials, other than metal slitters for opening paper, plastic or fiberboard containers, shall be made of nonsparking materials.

Empty containers and paper and fiber packaging materials that previously contained explosive materials shall be disposed of or reused in a approved manner.