(1) A pyrotechnic operator is prohibited from conducting a public display of fireworks without a general display license under WAC 212-17-250. Each operator does not need a general display license if he or she is shooting displays for a company that has a general display license.

(2) The license types and displays allowed to be conducted are:

(a) Pyrotechnic operator license - Conducts an outdoor public display of fireworks following the requirements of NFPA 1123.

(b) Proximate display operator license - Conducts a proximate display before a proximate audience following the requirements of NFPA 1126.

(c) Flame effects operator license - Conducts a flame special effects following the requirements of NFPA 160.

(d) Special effects operator license - Conducts a special effects display used in connection with a television, theatrical, or motion picture production which may or may not be presented before a live audience.

(3) Penalties for violations of this section are provided in WAC 212-17-515.