Main information

Professional competence is assessed and authorization to perform the function of shotfirer is issued by the district mining authority. It is not possible to carry out small-scale blasting work without obtaining an authorization. 

This applies to you if

You are a person who intends to perform small-scale blasting work. 

When to use this service

In good time before the intended implementation of small-scale blasting work. The deadlines for issuing authorizations are governed by the Administrative Procedure Code; it is also necessary to count on a period of about 2 months to verify professional competence.

Service settlement

What you need if you are using this service

For communication with the district mining authorities in paper form, it is necessary to have the relevant documentation in paper form, which is attached to the application in paper form. The content of the application is governed by the Administrative Procedure Code.

The application shall be accompanied by these documents in paper form:

• proof of good faith,
• proof of medical fitness,
• proof of experience.

Where and how to solve this service

The district mining authorities can be contacted by post made to the address of the registered office of the relevant district mining authority, or by personal filing at the filing office or orally in the minutes. In certain cases (including authorization to perform the function of shotfirer), it is also possible to communicate via printed forms from the AIS SBS public portal. 

Contacts for district mining authorities (including addresses of their registered offices, telephones, e-mails, e-filing offices, data boxes, etc.) can be found here. 

How much will you pay

An administrative fee of CZK 1000 is paid for the issuance of an authorization.

Additional information

What is the benefit of this service

Ensuring occupational health and safety and operational safety, as well as general safety. 

Appeal options

Remedies are governed by the Administrative Procedure Code.

Legislation

Sanctions

A fine of up to CZK 100,000 is imposed on individuals for unauthorized handling of explosives.

Frequently asked questions

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