Explosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts, and Blasters

Construction and Extraction

What they do

Place and detonate explosives to demolish structures or to loosen, remove, or displace earth, rock, or other materials. May perform specialized handling, storage, and accounting procedures.

Tasks they perform

Also known as

Relevant Qualifications

Advanced Diploma in Explosives Management

by University of South Africa

Bachelor of Science Honours in Formulation Science

by Nelson Mandela University

Advanced Diploma in Fire Technology

by Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)

Level of Education Required

Requires a Matric Certificate

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