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Office of State Fire Marshal

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Blasters

2025 RENEWALS will take place in the new Office of State Fire Marshal Information Management System (IMS). To Renew, Blasters and Employee Possessors will apply for a new license in the new IMS.

Blaster Licenses, Explosive Dealer Licenses, and Explosive Magazines expire December 31 annually. Initial licensing also occurs in the new IMS. Paper forms are no longer accepted. If you have questions, please contact Susan Mazzone at susan.mazzone@llr.sc.gov.

Magazine Permits and Blasting Permits may be requested in the State Fire Informational Management System (IMS).

Reporting requirements for injury, death or loss of explosives call 24 hours a day 7 days a week by contacting the State Warning Point at 803-737-8500 and ask for a call back from the State Fire Duty Chief.

ATF Form: Report of Theft or Loss-Explosive Materials - This form must be emailed within 24 hours of theft or loss of explosives to osfmpermitting@llr.sc.gov.

FAQ

What are the licensure/permit renewal dates?
The renewal dates are as follows:

Blasters License: 1 year cycle/December 31
Explosive Dealers License: 1 year cycle/ December 31
Magazine holders: 1 year cycle/ December 31
Is there reciprocity in South Carolina for Blasters?
No. There is no reciprocity with other states for explosive users in South Carolina.
Is testing required to obtain a blasters license with the State of South Carolina?
Yes. Testing is required in order to obtain a license as a Blaster in South Carolina. A license cannot be issued until the applicant has passed the written examination administered by the OSFM. Complete the online application process in the OSFM Information Management System (IMS) and OSFM staff will contact you to schedule an exam. If you have any questions, please contact Susan Mazzone at susan.mazzone@llr.sc.gov or 803-414-7032.
Does the OSFM provide study guide materials for the test?
Study materials are not provided for blasters. To assist you in preparing for the exam, the South Carolina Rules and Regulations are available on this website or contact Susan Mazzone at susan.mazzone@llr.sc.gov or 803-414-7032
I have a blasters license. How do I obtain a permit to blast?
Permits are available on the OSFM Informational Management System (IMS).
How do I get a class approved to provide Continuing Education Credit?

OSFM recognizes any training classes offered by industry partners when the training is based on codes and standards produced by the International Society of Explosives Engineers (ISEE) or the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) regarding the use and storage of explosives. If you have other training you wish to have approved for CEUs, send the course provider, course outline, and number of hours to OSFMPermitting@llr.sc.gov and it will be considered.