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Explosive Security Officers (ESO)

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This is a PSS organised course.

Overview

Enables those with ESO responsibilities, Harbour Masters, and those managing ESOs to understand and manage the risk of explosives in ports. It highlights the dangers of cargoes that are not classified as explosive, but that have a volatile and explosive nature under certain circumstances.

Delivered by Liz Nelson of Cranfield University, Dr Qamar Khan of Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and Trever Lawrence of Cranfield Ordnance Test and Evaluation Centre (COTEC).

Suitable for

Suitable for Explosive Security Officers and those managing them, Harbour Masters and all those with ESO responsibilities.

Outline of topics

  • Dangerous Goods in Harbour Areas Regulations 2016 (DGHAR).
  • Technology of explosives.
  • ESO responsibilities.
  • Explosives licensing.
  • Explosive materials.
  • Explosives security.
  • The day will include an explosives demonstration.

Duration

One day.

Delivery mode

In person at Cranfield Ordnance Test and Evaluation Centre (COTEC), Wiltshire.

Cohort size

Places are limited to 15 delegates per course.

Course fees

Non-PSS member rate:£1,100 + VAT per person
Discounted PSS member rate:£900 + VAT per person
Early bird* discounted PSS member rate:£800 + VAT per person
Delivered on-site:£Price on arrangement

For organisations wanting this course to be delivered for a larger number of employees, please contact us for more information.

*Early bird rate is valid for courses booked more than two months in advance.

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