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SHOTMAN [1 record]

Record 1 2016-03-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Occupation Names (General)
  • Blasting Work (Mining)
DEF

One who sets off blasts in a mine or quarry.

OBS

Determines positions and force of explosions required, and charges and sets off explosives to dislodge coal, ore, rock or other solid mineral from mine and quarry work face.

OBS

shooter: Term used in Australia.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Désignations des emplois (Généralités)
  • Travail aux explosifs (Exploitation minière)
DEF

Spécialiste affecté au tir des mines.

CONT

Le chargement et l'amorçage des trous de mines sont faits par le boutefeu ou sous sa surveillance directe.

Key term(s)
  • boute-feu

Spanish

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