What is NOT considered an explosive type?

Protective clothing is not considered an explosive type because its purpose is to provide safety and protection for individuals working in hazardous environments, particularly in the mining and construction industries. This clothing is designed to shield workers from potential hazards such as flying debris, heat, chemicals, and impacts, rather than to initiate or enhance any explosive reaction.

In contrast, water gel slurries, cast primers and boosters, and detonating cord delay connections are all materials or devices specifically designed for detonation and are used in explosive applications. Water gel slurries are a type of explosive that combines water and other materials to create a stable explosive compound. Cast primers and boosters serve as devices to initiate a larger explosive charge, while detonating cord is used to synchronize the timing of detonations in explosive setups. Each of these plays a critical role in the effective and controlled use of explosives in mining operations, making protective clothing clearly distinct from this category.