Blasters load explosives into blast holes. They detonate charges to clear coal, ore, and rocks or to demolish structures.
Blasters duties:
- Read instructions or diagrams to determine hole location, depth, and diameter.
- Conduct tests to determine the type and quantity of explosives required.
- Connect charges with detonators, or instruct other workers in the procedure.
- Load explosives into blast holes.
- Attach wires to blasting devices.
- Explode charges.
- Ensure the handling, storage, and transportation of explosives according to the current safety measures.
- Operate drills and borers to drill holes, as required.
- Direct hole drilling , as required.
(Exploring Trades and Occupations, n.d.)
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