Drill & Blast Masterclass 2014

Drilling and blasting is a critical component in all major extractive industries throughout the world. As a constantly revolving niche market in the extractive industry, this training will ensure the participants are kept abreast of the latest in drill and blast theories and practical applications.

The 2 day workshop will deliver vital practical information on drilling, rock breaking and blasting as well as the latest in initiating systems and accessories including electronic detonators which are currently emerging in the market.

Michael is a qualified mining engineer with over 32 years of experience in the mining, construction and extractive industries throughout Australia and internationally.

From airleg miner to drill and blast engineer for the worlds largest explosive supplier to blasting consulting roles on major projects such as BHP Billiton’s RGP5, Inner Harbour and Olympic Dam expansion projects, FMG’s T155 project, Woodside’s Pluto LNG project to the onsite specialist support role for the Beaconsfield mine rescue, Michael has been involved in over 250 surface and underground operations/ projects worldwide with hands on experience in over 2500 blasts.

This has led to extensive hands on practical experience with all commercial initiation systems (safety fuse, electric, detonating cord, non electric and electronic detonators) and explosives (nitroglycerine based explosives, emulsions, watergels, Anfo based products, shaped charges, boosters, detonating cords, permitted products and deflagrating products such as PCF, Boulder Buster and the like).