Events
Explosive Security Officers (ESO): 23 April 2026
Training
PSS is pleased to advise that the one-day Explosives Security Officer courses will run throughout 2026.
These courses 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.
A draft timetable has been attached below for reference.
This course is aimed at managing the risk of explosives in ports and is 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.