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47-5032.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Explosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts, and Blasters

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.

Primary Directive

Ensure safe and effective handling of explosives for demolition and earth displacement.

Execution Steps
  1. 1

    Examine blast areas

    Assess the site to determine necessary explosive charges and ensure compliance with safety laws.

  2. 2

    Prepare explosive charges

    Insert and pack explosives into designated holes while ensuring proper tamping and compaction.

  3. 3

    Set up detonation systems

    Connect electrical wires to primers and prepare fuses for timed explosions.

  4. 4

    Transport explosives safely

    Drive trucks to deliver explosives and equipment to the blasting site while adhering to safety protocols.

  5. 5

    Document and report

    Compile records of explosives used and geological formations encountered during blasting operations.

Toolbox Requirements
Autodesk AutoCADESRI ArcGIS softwareMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.