Blast engineering and consulting firm R.A. McClure, Inc. (RAM) has announced the dates for its Blasting and Explosives Safety Training (BEST) Course, to be held Sept. 15-17, 2026, at the Crazy Horse Memorial in Crazy Horse, S.D.
The in-person event features a blend of in-class instruction and field trips to the Crazy Horse Memorial and Mt. Rushmore throughout the two-and-a-half-day conference.
Led by instructors with decades of practical experience in their respective fields, the BEST Course instructs attendees on explosives regulations, safety, hazard recognition, and accident prevention. Instructors also provide an overview of new product introductions related to explosives and the latest on electronic blasting systems and supporting technologies. It dives deep into the safe handling of explosives and emphasizes the hazards posed by deteriorated explosives.
“Safety is the primary driving factor in the mining industry, and recognizing the hazard is key to advancing safety at the workplace. Our BEST Course is specifically developed to improve the recognition and handling of hazardous situations, so everyone can go home safely every day,” said Robert McClure, president of RAM and BEST Course facilitator and instructor.
Attendees registering for the course before July 31 will receive an early registration discount. For more information and to register, visit http://www.ramets.com/education-services/best-course.
Source: RAM