A. Except as otherwise provided by this part, it is a violation to manufacture, store, or use explosives or blasting agents without first obtaining a permit from the Department of Mines.
B. Permits issued under this division shall not be transferable, and shall be readily available for inspection by representatives of the Department and law enforcement officials.
C. The Department may place such restrictions and limitations on permits as it deems necessary.
D. The Department may issue one-time or limited-time permits or permits for continuous blasting operations.
E. 1. Permits for continuous blasting operations issued under this division shall be valid for the calendar year after the date of issue unless revoked or suspended. Permits for continuous blasting operations may be renewed on each issuance date and a showing of compliance with the Oklahoma Explosives and Blasting Regulation Act and rules promulgated thereto.
2. Permits for one-time or limited-time permits shall be valid only for the time specified in the permit.
F. Any person holding a permit issued under this division shall keep such records as may be required by the Department. Records shall be maintained for not less than two (2) years following the year in which the record is made. All such records shall be open to inspection by the Department or its representatives during normal business hours.
Added by Laws 1995, c. 344, § 5, eff. Nov. 1, 1995.