• Identify the correct product application
• Identify incorrect charging up practices
• Conduct blast surveys according to the designed criteria
• Demonstrate the charging up and connecting of all ENAEX explosives products
• Apply the use of the product as per the product application training
• Apply the safe handling, storage and transport of explosives
• Investigate misfires or cut offs
• Demonstrate the application of EZ Stopper, EZ Drifter,Dual Det, LP Primadet, EZPT Trunkline, Detacord, Zapcord, Expanfo, Explogel, Ermex products.
• Demonstrate the application of DDS , SDS, SafeBlastamd SafeStart products..
• Housekeeping of work area
• Identify workplace hazards and associated risks and deal with it appropriately ( Hirac & Risk Assessment)
• Knowledge of relevant hand tools
• Knowledge of emergency procedures
• Comply to the Mine`s safety and health procedures
• Attend to mines induction training
• Maintain basic safety, health and environment issues
• Assess the product application practices
• Identify incorrect product application practices
• Demonstrate and coach the correct practices

• Grade 12
• Competent B
• Blaster Assistant Skills Programme
• Minimum 2 years underground mining experience