Assessor Resource

DEFEXO008
Conduct explosives inspection

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes the skills required to conduct an inspection on all types of explosives in order to assess serviceability and to process further action. How the explosives are processed is subject to the outcomes of the inspection. In the case of defective or damaged explosives they may be retained and returned to the manufacturer, maintained or disposed of, or restrictions may be placed on their use.

This unit applies to those required to conduct an inspection on all types of explosives.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Those undertaking this unit would work independently and as part of a team, under direct and/or indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their output. They would perform specific tasks in a broad range of contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and includes:

using relevant tools and equipment

working safely within an explosive environment

complying with:

organisational safety requirements

appropriate legislative and regulatory requirements

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and includes:

basic knowledge of:

operation of explosives

explosive licence limits

operational knowledge of:

markings and labelling requirements of explosives

characteristics and limitations of explosive to be inspected

inspection procedures

organisational documentation requirements

organisational safety policies and structures

Candidates must complete assessment using live explosives.

This unit must be assessed in an authorised and licensed potential explosion site.

Assessors must hold credentials specified within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence and all regulatory requirements included within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a range of relevant exercises and case studies

applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

relevant materials, tools, equipment and PPE currently used in industry.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and includes:

using relevant tools and equipment

working safely within an explosive environment

complying with:

organisational safety requirements

appropriate legislative and regulatory requirements

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and includes:

basic knowledge of:

operation of explosives

explosive licence limits

operational knowledge of:

markings and labelling requirements of explosives

characteristics and limitations of explosive to be inspected

inspection procedures

organisational documentation requirements

organisational safety policies and structures

Candidates must complete assessment using live explosives.

This unit must be assessed in an authorised and licensed potential explosion site.

Assessors must hold credentials specified within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence and all regulatory requirements included within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a range of relevant exercises and case studies

applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

relevant materials, tools, equipment and PPE currently used in industry.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify requirement for explosives inspection from work requests/instructions. 
Identify, acquire and prepare technical references, tools and equipment required for the inspection. 
Identify, acquire, account for, move or pre-position explosives in preparation for inspection. 
Identify, calculate, assess and apply net explosive quantities and compatibility. 
Inspect explosives in a logical set sequence to ensure that defects or damage are not overlooked. 
Identify and record damage or other defects. 
Make a serviceability recommendation for inspected explosives. 
Maintain documentation and records. 
Inspect explosives in a logical set sequence to ensure that defects or damage are not overlooked. 
Identify and record damage or other defects. 
Identify requirement for explosives inspection from work requests/instructions 
 
 
Inspect explosives in a logical set sequence to ensure that defects or damage are not overlooked 
 
Make a serviceability recommendation for inspected explosives 
 

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