Hard Skills
ApprenticeDrilling OperationsThe use of pneumatic or hydraulic drills to create blast holes or holes for ground support installation.
ApprenticeExplosives HandlingThe safe preparation, loading, and wiring of explosive charges for blasting cycles.
ApprenticeGround Support InstallationThe placement of mechanical or chemical rock bolts, mesh, and shotcrete to stabilize the mine roof and walls.
ApprenticeUnderground Equipment OperationManeuvering specialized underground machinery such as LHD (Load-Haul-Dump) loaders and haul trucks.
ApprenticeMine Plan ReadingInterpreting technical blueprints, survey layouts, and geological maps to follow designated mining paths.