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Army guidance on conductive tiles in explosives-dust areas

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Conductive Tiles in Explosives Dust Areas

DA Pam 385-64, Ammunition and Explosives Safety Standards (24 July 2023), does not recommend conductive tiles where explosives dust can cause contamination. Tile joints and loose tiles can trap explosives dust, and the pamphlet identifies difficulty cleaning the tiles using normal cleanup procedures.

Where the recommendation applies

Source
DA Pam 385-64
Edition
24 July 2023

The recommendation appears in DA Pam 385-64’s provisions for new conductive-floor installations and renovations. It applies where explosives dust can cause contamination; the passage does not prohibit every conductive-tile installation.

For the broader construction, grounding, and testing requirements, see our Army conductive-floor requirements guide.

Frequently asked questions

DA Pam 385-64 (24 July 2023) says the many joints and tendency of tiles to loosen can allow explosives dust to become lodged. It also says the tiles are not easy to clean using normal cleanup procedures. The recommendation applies where explosives dust can cause contamination.

No. The DA Pam 385-64 (24 July 2023) passage says conductive tiles are not recommended in areas where explosives dust can cause contamination. It appears among the requirements for new installations and renovations and does not state a universal prohibition on conductive tiles.

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