Course Outline
This cluster of competencies is a nationally accredited course that provides the skills & knowledge required to assist surface shotfiring operations in the Resources & Infrastructure Industries.
The support shotfiring cluster covers:
- Explosives legislation
- Explosives hazards, Classifications and Properties
- Geology and blast design
- Transport & storage of explosives
- Charging explosives
- Tying & firing, post blast inspections
- Secondary blasting and disposal of explosives
- Record keeping
Delivery method
This cluster is delivered using the DTE online learning program, where you can study, learn and complete the theory assessments at your convenience.
For students who do not have access to a practical training ground, DTE shall supply a Statement of Completion to students who successfully pass their theoretical components and shall allow a 12 month grace period to complete the practical components of the cluster of competencies.
Assessment
Theory assessments will be conducted throughout the course.
Students will be required to complete a logbook to log practical blasting activities.
Access to a mine site will be required to complete logbook tasks for practical applications.
On successful completion of all components participants receive a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment.
Who Should Attend?
This course is deigned for those who wish to gain future employment as a Shotfirers Assistant.
Legislation / Compliance
This course covers all aspects relating to;
- Explosives Act & Regulations
- Coal Mining Health Safety Act & Regulation
- Mining & Quarrying Health Safety Act & Regulations
- ISO 31000:2009 Risk Management Standard
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of prior learning is subject to approval once student has met with trainer assessor & sufficient evidence can be presented.
For further discussion call the DTE office.
Language Literacy & Numeracy (LLN)
To complete this course successfully, participants need to have reasonably well developed skills in areas such as reading, writing and communication. Examples of LLN requirements participants will need to demonstrate include:
- Interpret & follow Acts, Regulations & Standards relating to explosives
- Confirm & apply shotfiring plans
- Store, handle & transport of explosives
- Maintain written stock records & report discrepancies
- Complete required documentation & reports promptly
Refund Policy
DTE has a fair and equitable refund policy in place containing guidelines guaranteeing the refund of fees to participants under reasonable circumstances. The management guarantees that DTE has a sound financial position and safeguards participant fees until used for training. Please ask for a copy of the refund policy.
We stand by our training excellence 100% and guarantee our product. Should for some valid reason the training does not meet your expectations we shall provide a full refund.
Commitment
Our facilities and experienced instructors ensure that graduates of our courses leave equipped with the knowledge and skills required for safe work in their chosen field with the breadth and depth of knowledge required for the role. In addition we offer an on-going support service to all course participants including student drop in contact days on a monthly basis.
