November 18, 2024 - This tuition-free seminar is for mining company managers, blasting engineers, blasters, and others involved with the planning, design, and use of explo­sives in the mining industry.

The most recent innovations in drilling and blast­ing design technology will be addressed, along with specific blasting applications, up-to-date blasting regulations, and blasting related information from recognized experts. Presenters are drawn from manu­facturers of explosives and accessories, blasting con­sultants, design experts, and government agencies. Examples of topics include:

• Safety in storage, transportation, and use of explosives, and how to recognize and prevent malfunctions.
• Blasting design technology.
• Safe blasting practices.
• Drilling design.
• The use of seismology in blasting applications.
• Electronic initiation systems.
• Flyrock.
• Construction blasting.
• Vibration control.

To register, fill out, detach, and return the registration form to the address listed. You may also fill it out, scan it and email it to spencer.kimberly@dol.gov or cordle.natasha@dol.gov.