Events

Explosive Security Officers (ESO): 06 October 2026

Training

Last few spaces remaining for this date.

This course will be held on site at the Cranfield Ordinance Test & Evaluation Centre (COTEC) in Wiltshire.

The day will run from 08:45 – 16:30 and include an explosives demonstration in the afternoon sessions.

The course will be delivered by Liz Nelson of Cranfield University, and Dr Qamar Khan of HSE and Trevor Lawrence of COTEC.

Suitable for:

  • Explosive Security Officer
  • Those with ESO responsibilities
  • Those responsible for ESOs
  • Harbour Masters

Outline of topics

  • Dangerous Goods in Harbour Areas Regulations 2016 (DGHAR)
  • Technology of Explosives
  • ESO Responsibilities
  • Explosives Licensing
  • Explosive Materials
  • Explosives Security

Please note that spaces are limited to 15 attendees per course date.

Course fees as follows:

Members Rate: £925 + VAT

Non-members rate: £1,500 + VAT

If you would like to attend, please download and complete the ESO registration form below and email [email protected] to book your place.