1. (1) An approved blasters training program shall include, but not be limited to, 40-hours of blaster instructions employing --

   1. (a) Class room lectures;
   2. (b) Laboratory demonstrations;
   3. (c) Visual aids; and
   4. (d) Student participation in the design and implementation of simulated blasting patterns.

2. (2) The approved training program shall cover, but not be limited to, the following subjects:

   1. (a) Basic techniques of blasting;
   2. (b) Safety practices in blasting and handling explosives;
   3. (c) Current State and Federal laws and regulations concerning the use of explosives;
   4. (d) Blast pattern design; and
   5. (e) Blast monitoring techniques.

Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, §§9-16-71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 80, 90, 91.