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Separate blocks of rough dimension stone from quarry mass using jackhammer and wedges.

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Rock Splitters, Quarry”.

Cut slabs of stone into sheets that will be used for floors or counters.
Remove pieces of stone from larger masses, using jackhammers, wedges, and other tools.
Drill holes along outlines, using jackhammers.
Locate grain line patterns to determine how rocks will split when cut.
Insert wedges and feathers into holes, and drive wedges with sledgehammers to split stone sections from masses.
Mark dimensions or outlines on stone prior to cutting, using rules and chalk lines.
Set charges of explosives to split rock.
Cut grooves along outlines, using chisels.
Drill holes into sides of stones broken from masses, insert dogs or attach slings, and direct removal of stones.