An old discussion on radio frequency (RF) hazards on Linked In’s Blasting Professionals group resurfaced recently. Several participants have asked ERM for RF incident reports from our files, which we gladly provided.
We understand completely the desire for documentation, but it strikes us that some people may doubt whether or not an electric detonator can be initiated with RF. Uhh, let’s see here…every wireless device created by man converts radio wave energy into electricity and we’re wondering what again?
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