A person making initial application to the department for a license as a construction blaster shall:
(1) pay an application fee to the department; and
(2) furnish proof under oath, on a form provided by the department, that the person:
(a) is at least 18 years of age;
(b) is of good moral character;
(c) has not been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor involving the use of explosives;
(d) is not addicted to narcotic drugs or intemperate in the use of alcohol; and
(e) has satisfied the requirements for training and experience in construction blasting established by 37-72-302 and the rules of the department.