What is the measure of vibrations from the blasts?
The blasts are designed to fall below the Massachusetts State thresholds (527 CMR 13.00), noted above. The state has done extensive testing to ensure the protection of homes within in the area, and we have complied by every measure, and homes will not be damaged by CCA blasting. Blasting, to date, has been independently monitored at about 95 percent below allowable levels. Q. What standards must the Freetown Cape Cod Aggregates operation meet? A. Cape Cod Aggregates must meet all U.S. Department of Labor MSHA (Mine Safety Health Administration) standards, as well as all federal EPA regulations and all state DEP regulations, as well all other state and town guidelines regulating such operations. CCA will comply with the law in every aspect. Q: What hydrology, water and well issues are anticipated in Freetown and neighboring Berkley? A: We are absolutely confident we will not create any hydrology issues regarding our Freetown operation or any future operation in Berkley. Our initial geol
