Ordnance munitions explosives technician

KSBs

Knowledge

K1: 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. Back to Duty

K2: 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.. Back to Duty

K3: 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. Back to Duty

K4: 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. Back to Duty

K5: The principles and differences of coaching and mentoring including how to conduct the chosen option. Back to Duty

K6: The principles of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and how the National Occupational Standards (NOS) can determine required CPD interventions. Back to Duty

K7: The limits of individual responsibility and knowledge as well as that of the team and where to seek advice when required. Back to Duty

K8: 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. Back to Duty

K9: The principles underpinning OME concepts and components for a given explosive effect including knowledge of initiators, initiation systems, explosive trains, explosive substances and articles. Back to Duty

K10: The range and choice of resources, equipment and materials used within OME processes and their application and constraints. Back to Duty

K11: The principles of explosives classification, OME inventory activities and licensing requirements, conditions and restrictions. Back to Duty

K12: The principles related to the safe preparation of ordnance munitions and explosives for specified tasks. Back to Duty

K13: OME disposal processes, including associated environmental factors and regulation. Back to Duty

K14: The process for ensuring the workplace is safe and free from explosive hazards. Back to Duty

K15: The requirements of a Quality Management System and the key activities required by this (such as inspection and QA regimes) throughout the OME lifecycle. Back to Duty

Skills

S1: 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. Back to Duty

S2: Apply correct H&S and explosives regulations to task and confirm hazard and risk against agreed criteria. Back to Duty

S3: Conduct inspection and testing, using visual and sampling techniques, and record outcomes in line with organisational or legislative requirements. Back to Duty

S4: Make safe, quarantine, and/or prepare OME for disposal. Back to Duty

S5: Maintain accurate record keeping and identifying areas for improvement and making recommendations. Back to Duty

S6: Use a range of techniques to coach, mentor and communicate within their area of OME responsibility. Back to Duty

S7: Handle and use OME correctly in accordance with the relevant procedures, guidance and legislation. Back to Duty

S8: Identify and implement appropriate OME procedures in the workplace to meet stakeholder requirements. Back to Duty

S9: Confirm the type, quality and quantity of OME relevant to the activity in the workplace. Back to Duty

S10: Implement and maintain housekeeping standards such as cleanliness and waste disposal using best practice protocols. Back to Duty

S11: Plan and prioritise their own and the team’s workload in response to developing events within the workplace. Back to Duty

S12: Prepare Ordnance Munitions and Explosives for specified tasks, taking suitable precautions to prevent damage to equipment and facilities. Back to Duty

S13: Apply the principles of OME to achieve the required explosive effect for a specific ordnance munition or explosive application. Back to Duty

S14: Undertake inventory activities such as audits, recording outcomes in line with organisational requirements. Back to Duty

S15: Use a range of techniques to supervise OME activities, within their area of responsibility. Back to Duty

Behaviours

B1: Work collaboratively as a team member. Back to Duty

B2: Evaluate outcomes of own performance across all duties including reflection and seeking peer review. Back to Duty

B3: Work safely at all times prioritising Health and Safety best practice. Back to Duty

B4: Continual development – willingness to learn through continual development including new processes methods and technologies. Back to Duty

B5: Personal values – respect and tolerance with others. Back to Duty