Introduction
This course refreshes your skills and knowledge of shotfiring and explosive operations for the underground coal industry.
Who should attend?
Practising certificate holders for any class of mine to satisfy the maintenance of competence requirements for the NSW Resources Regulator.
What you will learn
- Uses of shotfiring in an underground mine
- Legislation and Regulations
- Explosives and initiator properties
- Underground coal mine explosives and equipment
- Store and transport explosives
Credential issued
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded a Statement of Attendance for the following:
- Shotfiring and Explosives.
Course delivery
This course is delivered through classroom-based training and exercises.
Duration
Half day
Entry requirements
- There are no formal prerequisites for this course.
- Mines Rescue recommends you be aware of the policies and procedures of your workplace before starting the course.
Other information
What we include when training is at a Mines Rescue Station:
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Additional PPE specific to your training
What you need to bring:
- Fully enclosed footwear
Upcoming workshops
Please note: credit card payment is required at the time of enrolment. For alternative payment options, please contact the Mines Rescue station directly.All LocationsGunnedahNewcastleSouthernHunter ValleyMoolarbenWestern
Contact us to discuss your training requirements and/or preferred dates.
Contact us to discuss your training requirements and/or preferred dates.
Contact us to discuss your training requirements and/or preferred dates.
Contact us to discuss your training requirements and/or preferred dates.
Contact us to discuss your training requirements and/or preferred dates.
Contact us to discuss your training requirements and/or preferred dates.
Contact us to discuss your training requirements and/or preferred dates.
Students Under 18
Mines Rescue minimum age for enrolment is 15 years.
If you are under 18 years of age we will require your parent or guardian to sign your Student Enrolment Form. Please contact a Mines Rescue Station directly to enquire or enrol into your course.
Visa Holders
Mines Rescue is not CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students) registered. If you are visiting Australia and hold a visa, please contact Mines Rescue directly prior to enrolling into any of our courses.