8-hour Introduction to High Explosive Class in SW PA (June 18th)

**WCMG** · April 3rd, 2022, 09:56 AM

Have you ever wanted to learn how to safely handle and use high explosives including C-4, Semtex, Emulsions, RDX, Comp-B, DetCord, Dynamite, ANFO, PETN, and the liquid explosive Texpak? Now*s your chance. Washington County Machine Guns has opened up their High Explosive Law Enforcement Training to the general public with the only requirement of being 18+ years old. No previous experience required.
We offer two types of classes:

Introduction to High Explosives Class: This 8-hour class focuses on the hands-on use of different types of HE, different types of firing lines, different types of detonators, and the different types of initiators. This 8-hour class is HANDS-ON and will instruct students on the safe handling and use of multiple types of High Explosives (HE). For the first hour in the Intro class, students will be instructed on the history of HE, types of HE, types of detonators, types of firings, proper handling, and lastly storage requirements. The remaining 7 hours will be direct hands-on use of HE, including laying the firing line, placing the charge, arming with detonators (aka blasting caps) and then the actual firing of multiple types of charges. All firings and setups will be done by students under the close direct supervision of an experienced instructor. Classes are limited to 15 students to allow every attendee the chance to handle, set up, and detonate multiple firings. Drinks and lunch will be provided.

Advanced Usage of High Explosives Class: This 8-hour class focuses on the hands-on use of multiple delayed firings, directional charges, shape charges, penetrating water charges, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) of a suspected briefcase IED, and the construction and detonation of a real Claymore mine. The Advance Class will have a refresher training for the first 1 hour and then 7 hours of advanced training. Note: The intro Class is a prerequisite of the Advanced Usage class. Classes are limited to 15 students to allow every attendee the chance to handle, set up, and detonate multiple firings. Drinks and lunch will be provided.

**Walleye Hunter** · April 3rd, 2022, 01:29 PM

I approve this course. Are both classes on the same day? And I would post a separate thread for the advanced course or change the thread title a little, you might miss some interested parties.

**WCMG** · April 3rd, 2022, 05:52 PM

Originally Posted by Walleye Hunter

I approve this course. Are both classes on the same day? And I would post a separate thread for the advanced course or change the thread title a little, you might miss some interested parties.

Introduction class is on a Saturday and the Advanced Class is on Sunday.

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