This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare a blasting site and notify stakeholders of blasting work, mix explosives, detonate explosives using fuses, and render the blast site safe following legislative, regulatory and workplace procedures.

The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. This includes using discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources for blasting.

State or territory licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.