Description
The regulations and procedures involved in the search for identification of land mines, and the procedures of removing and disarming the land mines.
Alternative labels
mine clearance activities
demining processes
demining work
mine clearance processes
mine clearance work
mine clearance operations
demining activities
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Demining operations is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Bomb disposal technician: Bomb disposal technicians search areas using special equipment such as metal detectors, or using trained animals, for the presence of land mines and bombs, and remove the explosive materials according to safety regulations. After the search for and location of mines and bombs, they disarm them aiming to avoid any risk of detonation, and ensure the area is cleared before disarming and removal procedures.
Optional knowledge
Demining operations is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Demining operations – ESCO
