What are the minimum qualifications for a new Fireworks Exhibitor License?
A. Every applicant for a “new” Fireworks Exhibitor License shall: 1. Submit a properly completed application on a form prescribed by the State Fire Marshal. 2. Submit with the application one (1) of the following: A. Written and signed documentation of the applicants proficiency in the handling and discharging of fireworks in a manner that emphasizes the safety and security of the public from an Ohio licensed fireworks exhibitor, manufacturer, or wholesaler; or B. A certified copy of a valid license issued by another state authorizing the applicant to conduct all types of fireworks exhibitions and discharging any and all types of “1.3G” fireworks in that state. 3. Be 21 years of age or older. 4. Take the Fireworks Exhibitor Licensing Exam and pass with a score of 70% or higher. IMPORTANT NOTE: The applicant must not have been convicted of, or have plead guilty to a felony under the laws of Ohio, any other states, or the United States of America.
