R645-105-400. Certification

410. Upon successful completion of the training and examination process identified in R645-105-200 and R645-105-300, the candidate for blasting certification will be awarded a certificate for three years from the date of issuance.

420. Blasting certificates may be renewed by attending a refresher course approved by the Division.

430. Refresher courses will review the topics identified in initial training in R645-105-200.

440. Suspension and revocation of certification.

441. The Division, when practicable, following written notice and opportunity for hearing and upon a Board finding of willful misconduct, will suspend or revoke the blaster's certification during the term of the certification or take other necessary action for any of the following reasons:

441.100. Noncompliance with any blasting-related order issued by the Board;

441.200. Unlawful use in the work place of, or current addiction to, alcohol, narcotics, or other dangerous drugs;

441.300. Violation of any provision of Utah or federal explosives laws or regulations; or

441.400. Providing false information or a misrepresentation to obtain certification.

442. If advance notice and opportunity for a hearing cannot be provided, an opportunity for a hearing will be provided as soon as practical following the suspension, revocation, or other adverse action.

443. Upon notice of suspension or revocation of a blaster certificate, the blaster shall immediately surrender the revoked or suspended certificate to the Division.

450. Protection and Conditions of Certification.

451. Protection of Certification. Certified blasters will take every reasonable precaution to protect their certificates from loss, theft, or unauthorized duplication. Any such occurrence will be reported immediately to the Division.

452. Conditions of Certification. In addition to the recertification described in R645-105-420, the following conditions for maintaining certification apply to all blasters:

452.100. A blaster will immediately exhibit, upon request, his or her certificate to any authorized representative of the Division and the Office;

452.200. Blasters' certificates will not be assigned or transferred; and

452.300. Blasters will not delegate their responsibility to any individual who is not a certified blaster.