Signal for explosion

Set safety perimeter and safety signalisation around blast area; ensure that blast site is clear and safe before explosions.

explosion signals
explosion signalling
signals for explosion
ensure blast area is clear
clear blast area
warn and signal for explosion
set up blast area signals
signal for explosion
set up blast warning signals

skill/competence

sector-specific

Signal for explosion is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Shotfirer: Shotfirers set up and safely detonate explosives at a site in order to blast and break up in situ material.

Signal for explosion is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Explosives engineer: Explosives engineers design drilling patterns and determine the amount of explosives required. They organise and supervise controlled blasts and report and investigate misfires. They manage explosives magazines.

References

1. Signal for explosion – ESCO