82Request for authorization of explosives

82 Request for authorization of explosives (1) A person may request the Competent Authority to authorize, in accordance with regulation 5E, the handling of an explosive or class of explosive. (2) Where a person makes a request in accordance with subregulation (1) he shall supply to the Competent Authority: (a) as far as is practicable particulars of: (i) the composition of the explosive, including the percentage by mass or volume that each ingredient bears to the whole; (ii) the substance or substances which it is desired shall be approved as a substitute or substitutes for a specified ingredient; (iii) the physical description of the explosive, including packaging; (iv) the manufacture's recommended method of use of the explosive; and (v) the performance characteristics of the explosive, including velocity of detonation, any unusual decomposition products and estimated shelf life; and (b) samples of the explosive when requested by the Competent Authority. (3) A request in accordance with subregulation (1) shall be in writing and accompanied by the prescribed fee.