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Ordnance munitions explosives technician (level 4)

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To be involved in or contribute to the design and operation of OME by preparing explosives compositions and devices.

• Knowledge, skills and behaviours:
  View knowledge, skills and behaviours

  Knowledge

  • To set up, conduct, shut down and supervise OME processes in accordance with relevant H&S, environmental and explosives regulations Such as, Explosives Regulation 2014 and JSP482.
  • The health, safety and environmental and other statutory legislation, regulations and safe working practices and procedures governing OME, such as, Risk assessments, HAZID, hazard logs, hazard reviews, ALARP principles, safety cases and their implications for the area of work..
  • The fundamentals of protective equipment and clothing, safe handling, movement and use of OME, encompassing hazard divisions, hazard types, compatibility groups, mixing rules and fire divisions.
  • The basic concepts and theory of OME engineering/material science, including the chemical properties of explosives, abnormal stimulus, compatibility testing, hazard testing, risk assessment and engineering controls.
  • The principles and differences of coaching and mentoring including how to conduct the chosen option.
  • The principles of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and how the National Occupational Standards (NOS) can determine required CPD interventions.
  • The limits of individual responsibility and knowledge as well as that of the team and where to seek advice when required.
  • The processes for assessing, analysing and interpreting technical information to determine the serviceability of the OME products or plant such as: recognising signs of damage and deterioration and propose solutions in order for safe actions to be taken.
  • The principles underpinning OME concepts and components for a given explosive effect including knowledge of initiators, initiation systems, explosive trains, explosive substances and articles.
  • The range and choice of resources, equipment and materials used within OME processes and their application and constraints.
  • The principles of explosives classification, OME inventory activities and licensing requirements, conditions and restrictions.
  • The principles related to the safe preparation of ordnance munitions and explosives for specified tasks.
  • OME disposal processes, including associated environmental factors and regulation.
  • The process for ensuring the workplace is safe and free from explosive hazards.
  • The requirements of a Quality Management System and the key activities required by this (such as inspection and QA regimes) throughout the OME lifecycle.

  Skills

  • Prepare and supervise an OME workplace, in line with organisational procedures selecting appropriate equipment and resources and return it to a serviceable condition having recorded and taken appropriate action to address any faults.
  • Apply correct H&S and explosives regulations to task and confirm hazard and risk against agreed criteria.
  • Conduct inspection and testing, using visual and sampling techniques, and record outcomes in line with organisational or legislative requirements.
  • Make safe, quarantine, and/or prepare OME for disposal.
  • Maintain accurate record keeping and identifying areas for improvement and making recommendations.
  • Use a range of techniques to coach, mentor and communicate within their area of OME responsibility.
  • Handle and use OME correctly in accordance with the relevant procedures, guidance and legislation.
  • Identify and implement appropriate OME procedures in the workplace to meet stakeholder requirements.
  • Confirm the type, quality and quantity of OME relevant to the activity in the workplace.
  • Implement and maintain housekeeping standards such as cleanliness and waste disposal using best practice protocols.
  • Plan and prioritise their own and the team’s workload in response to developing events within the workplace.
  • Prepare Ordnance Munitions and Explosives for specified tasks, taking suitable precautions to prevent damage to equipment and facilities.
  • Apply the principles of OME to achieve the required explosive effect for a specific ordnance munition or explosive application.
  • Undertake inventory activities such as audits, recording outcomes in line with organisational requirements.
  • Use a range of techniques to supervise OME activities, within their area of responsibility.

  Behaviours

  • Work collaboratively as a team member.
  • Evaluate outcomes of own performance across all duties including reflection and seeking peer review.
  • Work safely at all times prioritising Health and Safety best practice.
  • Continual development - willingness to learn through continual development including new processes methods and technologies.
  • Personal values - respect and tolerance with others.
• Apprenticeship category (sector): Engineering and manufacturing
• Qualification level: 4; Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)
• Course duration: 30 months
• Maximum funding: £9,000 ; Maximum government funding for ; apprenticeship training and assessment costs.
• Job titles include:
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