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Common mistakes in drilling and blasting - lessons learned

Trollminer

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What are the biggest errors you've come across or made in drilling and blasting? Let’s share our lessons learned to help others steer clear of those same problems
 
At first, I underestimated the importance of stemming depth, which resulted in flyrock. Now, I make it a point to double-check the burden and spacing every time I work. It’s a lesson I won’t forget.
 
Stemming depth is a frequent oversight in drilling and blasting, so really glad you pointed it out. It's essential that we make burden and spacing checks a regular part of our routine.
 
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