Unbelievable that explosives would actually be released to ANYONE without a thorough background investigation and approved documents setting forth their competency to use such explosives. Providing a social security card alone is not indicative the person(s) obtaining the explosives have any business handling it whatsoever. Someone's job should be on the line for this lapse in licensing protocol.
I agree MamaD. My husband used to have his explosives license. The initial paperwork for obtaining the license was quite extensive, much more than just a SS#, although there was no proof of competency required. The renewal process was almost as extensive as the initial process.