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Design blasts

Design blasts

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIBLA601E
State Code
AWB94
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/07/2016
Field of Education
030303 - Mining Engineering
Original Release Date
14/07/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to design blasts in Civil construction, Coal and Metalliferous mining and Extractive.This unit is appropriate for those working in management roles.Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between States, Territories and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to the application of this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for the design of blast
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply blast plan documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Identify, address and report potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, determine acceptable levels of risk and implement control measures
  • 1.3 Confirm the geological and survey data relevant to the design and implementation
  • 1.4 Access, interpret and clarify the blast requirements relevant to the design and implementation
  • 1.5 Identify operational limitations relevant to the design and implementation
  • 1.6 Identify the available explosives and their characteristics relevant to the design and implementation
  • 1.7 Identify the available initiation options and their characteristics relevant to the design and implementation
2. Prepare the blast plan
  • 2.1 Apply the blast design parameters to prepare a safe, effective and efficient blast plan
  • 2.2 Ensure that the blast plan meets all of the blast requirements and parameters
  • 2.3 Prepare and present the blast plan budget in accordance with the organisation’s requirements
  • 2.4 Document the blast plan
3. Implement, monitor and adjust blast plans
  • 3.1 Issue, communicate, explain and clarify the blast plan to team members and others involved
  • 3.2 Provide timely ongoing support and advice to those implementing the blast plan
  • 3.3 Ensure written records and reports are maintained and issued to relevant personnel
  • 3.4 Monitor and confirm the results of the blast against blast design requirements, parameters and the budget
  • 3.5 Identify and resolve variances in consultation with relevant stakeholders and issue instructions for adjustments to future plans and/or their implementation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WH033 RIIBLA601D Design surface blasts Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBW28 RIIBLA403 Design blasts Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZC2 RII50415 Diploma of Civil Construction Management Qualification
AZF4 RII50115 Diploma of Surface Operations Management Qualification