H&K Group, Inc. has proposed a blasting schedule for the 209 Enterprises quarry operation in Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. The blasting will occur in compliance with state and federal laws on any day except Sunday between 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, weather permitting. The schedule may vary due to emergency conditions like adverse weather, mechanical failures, or dangerous situations. Warning signs will be posted at all entrances, and specific signals will be used before and after detonation for safety. This notice is crucial for residents in the area to be aware of the blasting activities and safety measures being implemented to mitigate risks.*
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Original public notice (excerpt):
BLASTING SCHEDULE H&K Group, Inc., 2052 Lucon Road, P.O. Box 196, Skippack, Pennsylvania 19474 proposes blasting at the 209 Enterprises quarry operation (SMP #45020301) located in Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Blasting will be conducted as necessary in compliance with all State and Federal laws any day except Sunday between the hours of 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, weather permitting. This time schedule may vary on occasion depending on the following emergency conditions: 1. Weather conditions such as fog, heavy rain, snow storms, lightning storms, low cloud cover and thermal inversions. 2. Mechanical and/or electrical failure such as to vehicles, charging equipment or blasting machinery. 3. Dangerous conditions to company personnel, private individuals or equipment. Warning signs will be placed at every entrance of the operation, and the following signals will be used: WARNING BLAST SIGNAL - Three (3) blasts lasting approximately 5 seconds… [Source]