COURSES
INTRODUCTION TO EXPLOSIVES TRAINING
Explosives are inherently chemically unstable and therefore dangerous –
The ultimate purpose of explosives is to explode!
- Handle, process, store and transport explosives with the utmost care.
- Safety foremost.
- All potential risks should be minimised.
- The worst case scenario.
- This course is designed for entrants into the market on an introductory level.
- Course duration 2 days
Explosives are inherently chemically unstable and therefore dangerous and therefore must be handled, processed, stored and transported with utmost care.
THE PRINCIPLES WHEN HANDLING EXPLOSIVES SHOULD ALWAYS BE:
- Safety foremost.
- All potential risks should be minimised.
THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED FOR ENTRANTS INTO THE MARKET ON AN INTRODUCTORY LEVEL AND AFTER SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION THE CANDIDATE WILL BE ABLE TO:
- Have a good insight into the history and development of explosives through the ages
- Explain differences between different types of explosives
- Explain the basic concept of chemical explosives
- Be able to classify different explosives according to their reaction rates and explain the difference between them
- Describe different performance parameters that can be used to define a particular explosive
- Explain the initiation and propagation of combustion reactions in different explosives
- Be informed about some of the ways these principles are applied in industry
THE COURSE IS DESIGNED TO EQUIP THE LEARNER IN ORDER TO BE ABLE TO IDENTIFY THE:
- Distinguishing features of chemical explosives
- Different types of explosives
- Chemical and physical characteristics of explosives
- Design criteria for explosive trains
MAGAZINE MASTERS TRAINING
THIS LEARNER GUIDE IS ALIGNED TO UNIT STANDARDS (US):
- US117473 Demonstrate an understanding of explosives transportation and regulations
- US117470 Demonstrate an understanding of explosives storage legislation and regulations
THE FOLLOWING:
- Explosives Act, Act 15 of 2003
- Explosives Act, Act 26 0f 1956
- Sections covered in the 1956 Act– with a brief comparison to the 2003 Act
Section 1: Definitions
Section 2: Power of Minister to appoint inspectors
Sections 5 and 6: Prohibition of storage
Section 22: Licensing of factories for the manufacture of explosives /magazines for the storage
Section 23: Powers of inspectors to enter and inspect
Section 24: Penalties for obstructing inspector, refusing to answer inquiries, etc.
Section 25: Power of inspector to order discontinuance of dangerous methods
- 1972 Explosives Regulations
NONEX RBC TRAINING
WHO IS THE COURSE FOR?
The following training course is an introduction to the safe working procedures and safe handling for all persons who are required in their employment to use and handle Nonex™.
The course aims and objectives
THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF THIS COURSE AS FOLLOWS:
- To provide safety awareness and basic safety handling skills in the handling, storage and transport of Nonex™.
- To provide a theoretical and practical knowledge of breaking rock or concrete with Nonex™.
- To provide a theoretical knowledge of the major difference between Nonex™ and high explosives.
- To develop the highest possible skill levels that provides a safe working environment and the ability to sustain safe and effective production with Nonex™.
In addition to the courses offered, we also specialise to customised training as per the respective client’s needs
If you’re looking for something that is tailored for your organisation’s unique training preferences, look no further. The Phakwe team can customise a training program for your business thus enabling you to meet your company’s objectives.
At Phakwe we believe that “one size fits all” does not apply.
We are flexible in designing courses in partnership with your team to ensure the best possible outcome.
Our courses can be designed to suit the beginner who knows very little to the professional who only requires a little touch-up on their skills and knowledge.
THIS IS ACHIEVED IN FOUR EASY STEPS:
- By listening and understanding your training needs
- We meet with your company subject matter experts and do a skills analysis on your current competencies
- Identify the skills gap to meet organisational goals
BY DESIGNING AND DEVELOPING YOUR TRAINING PROGRAMME
- Design the solution to close the skills gap
- Develop a company specific training programme
BY THE DELIVERY OF YOUR TRAINING PROGRAMME
- Roll out the training solution; manage training delivery, administration and logistics.
- Review the effectiveness of the training delivery and evaluate the learning and understanding continuously
THROUGH ON GOING EVALUATION
- Review participant feedback and assessment results.
- Update and adapt material to maximise the outcome of future programmes.
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