Development and use of explosives over the past century.
�The discovery and benefits of the Munroe effect.
�Explosive handling and safety concerns for civilian demolition operations.
�Regulation/s variations between civilian & military agencies for explosive materials responses.
�Strategic changes in responding to explosive incidents after 9/11.
�Explosive materials use as potential weapons of mass destruction (WMD) threats.
�Importance of memorandums of understanding (MOU) between civilian and military agencies.
�Future beneficial applications of explosives to mankind.
�Evolving role of DOT as it pertains to emergency response.
�History of Explosives Safety Precautions.
�The accomplishments of Fred Olsen.
�Alfred Nobel’s role in developing/improving explosives.
