Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify and document the design parameters
- Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the design and implementation of the blast plans
- Identify potential hazards, assess the associated risks and relevant parameters to be applied in the blast design
- Confirm the geological and survey data relevant to the design and implementation of the blast
- Access, interpret and clarify the blast requirements relevant to the design and implementation of the blast
- Identify operational limitations relevant to the design and implementation of the blast
- Identify the available explosives and their characteristics relevant to the design and implementation of the blast
- Identify the available initiation options and their characteristics relevant to the design and implementation of the blast
- Prepare the blast plan
- Apply the blast design parameters to prepare a safe, effective and efficient blast plan
- Ensure that the blast plan meets all of the blast requirements and parameters
- Prepare and present the blast plan budget in accordance with the organisation's requirements
- Document the blast plan in accordance with relevant legislative and organisation's requirements and procedures
- Implement, monitor and adjust blast plans
- Issue and explain the blast plan to team members and others involved, for the safe, effective and efficient implementation of the plan
- Provide timely ongoing support and advice to those implementing the blast plan
- Ensure records and reports are maintained and issued in accordance with relevant legislative and organisational requirements
- Monitor the results of the blast against blast design requirements and parameters and the budget
- Resolve anomalies in consultation with relevant stakeholders and issue appropriate instructions for adjustments to future plans and/or their implementation