OFQUAL Level 5

Contributing to Maintaining Health, Safety and Environmental Practices in the Blasting Environment

The MPQC Level 5 Diploma in Shotfiring Supervision is designed to confirm competence in an occupational role for supervising blasting operations in the extractive and minerals processing industries.

Qualification Details

OFQUAL ID 603/1032/7

Level Level 5

Total Credits 65

Guided Learning 438

Total Qual Time 652

Awarding Body MP Awards

Sector Manufacturing technologies

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Learning Objective

What You'll Learn

To enable the learner to recognise the critical role of health, safety, and environmental practices in all phases of blasting operations.
To enable the learner to consistently apply relevant safety protocols and procedures during workplace activities related to blasting.
To enable the learner to effectively conduct and document comprehensive risk assessments specific to blasting activities.
To enable the learner to select, inspect, and correctly utilise appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in a blasting environment.
To enable the learner to accurately identify potential hazards associated with blasting operations and implement effective mitigation strategies.
To enable the learner to demonstrate a thorough understanding of current safety regulations and compliance requirements pertaining to blasting operations.

Learning Outcomes

Understand the importance of health, safety, and environmental practices in blasting operations.
Apply appropriate safety measures in workplace practices.

Assessment Methods

Portfolio of Evidence

Units & Credit Structure

This unit covers maintaining health, safety, and environmental practices in the blasting environment to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.