(1) Training instructors for any approved training program for authorized agencies on the use of electronic control weapons must be certified by the MPTC. Training instructors for the MSP must be certified by the Colonel of the MSP. At a minimum, the instructor must:

1. (a) Attend the instructor training program provided by the manufacturer(s) of the electronic control weapon(s) to be used by the authorized agency, which must consist of no less than 16 hours of instruction covering training on the use of electronic control weapons; and
2. (b) Complete all training required by the MPTC or the Colonel of the MSP to obtain and maintain instructor certification.