Washington Administrative Code

CLAMP TYPE BRAKE CHAMBER DATATypeEffective Area (Square Inches)*Outside DiameterMaximum Stroke With Brakes AdjustedMaximum Stroke At Which Clamp Type Brakes Must Be ReadjustedMaximum Stroke At Which Long Stroke Clamp Type Brakes Must Be Readjusted66 4 1/2 Should be1 1/4 99 5 1/4 …

The following chart outlines push rod force vs. travel:[Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.005. WSR 14-03-018, § 204-76-99003, filed 1/7/14, effective 2/7/14; WSR 80-10-006 (Order 80-07-01), § 204-76-99003, filed 7/25/80.]

The following diagram shows the relationship of push rod and slack adjuster angle to brake force:RESULTEVEN TORQUE (BRAKE INPUT)BETWEEN BRAKE ADJUSTMENTS*LAST HALF OF CAM ROTATION*LEVERAGE INCREASING TO THE MAXIMUM AND BRAKE CHAMBER EFFICIENCY DECREASING WITH LENGTH OF STROKE.*FI…

Wedge brake shoe travel must not exceed 1/16 inch, nor shall the gap between the brake shoe lining and the brake drum exceed .06225 inch when the brake is released.[Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.005. WSR 14-03-018, § 204-76-99005, filed 1/7/14, effective 2/7/14; WSR 88-01-018 (O…

This chapter is adopted pursuant to RCW 46.37.005, 46.55.050, and 46.55.115.[Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.005, 46.55.050, and 46.55.115. WSR 09-09-118, § 204-91A-010, filed 4/21/09, effective 5/22/09; WSR 02-07-056, § 204-91A-010, filed 3/15/02, effective 4/15/02. Statutory Aut…

This chapter is intended to implement the public policy expressed by the legislature and to carry out the statutory duties of the Washington state patrol.All registered tow truck operators providing service as a result of being appointed by, or contracted to the Washington state …

The following definitions will apply throughout this chapter:(1) "Chief" means the chief of the Washington state patrol.(2) "Department" means the Washington state department of licensing.(3) "Designee" means a person designated by the chief of the Washington state patrol.(4) "Di…

(1) A tow company must apply through the patrol to be a registered tow operator in Washington state. Once an application is received, the patrol must conduct an initial inspection of the applicant's place of business, facilities, and equipment.(2) At the time of initial inspectio…

(1) When will an inspection be conducted?(a) After the initial inspection, inspections will be conducted at least once a year.(b) Unscheduled inspections may be conducted without notice at the operator's place of business by an inspector to determine the fitness of tow trucks, fa…

(1) If an operator becomes aware that the driving privileges of any tow truck driver no longer meet the minimum licensing requirements, the operator must prohibit that person from operating any tow truck.(2) If an operator employs a new driver or employee who will be involved in …

(1) An application must be approved and a letter of appointment issued by the patrol before an operator is authorized to provide towing services for the patrol pursuant to this chapter. However, nothing herein prohibits the patrol from calling a towing business upon the specific …

(1) The chief or designee will have the authority to issue a letter of appointment if all qualifications set out in this chapter have either been met by the applicant, or a waiver of those qualifications not met has been granted. In order to issue a letter of appointment the sect…

The patrol may deny, suspend, or revoke a letter of appointment:(1) Upon receiving evidence that any appointee has failed to comply or no longer complies with any requirement or provision of law or this chapter. The following process must be used:(a) The patrol must give the appo…

Hearings under this chapter will be pursuant to chapters 34.05 RCW and 10-08 WAC, as supplemented by this section.(1) The presiding officer will conduct the hearing and any prehearing conference(s).(2) The burden of proof in any hearing will be on the applicant seeking a letter o…

Any person aggrieved by a decision of the chief denying, suspending, or revoking a letter of appointment may appeal such decision to the superior court under the provisions of chapter 34.05 RCW.[Statutory Authority: RCW 46.35.005 [46.37.005]. WSR 89-14-015 (Order 89-04-ESR), § 20…

(1) Complaints received by the patrol involving registered tow truck operators will be forwarded to the department, along with the results from any complaint investigation and other supporting documents.(2) The patrol will investigate all complaints involving deficient equipment …

(1) Business hours will be in accordance with RCW 46.55.060(6). Businesses that close for an hour between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. must:(a) Designate the hour that they intend to use on a daily basis and notify the patrol of the designated hour annually at the time of inspection.…

All personal belongings and contents in the vehicle that are not permanently attached must be kept intact, and must be returned to the vehicle's owner or agent during normal business hours upon request and presentation of a driver's license or other sufficient identification. The…

(1) Towing fees must be based on a flat, hourly rate only and will apply without regard to the hour of day, day of the week or whether the service was performed on a Saturday, Sunday, or state recognized holiday. The hourly rate for each class of truck must be charged for service…

Officers of the patrol will obtain towing services to remove damaged or disabled vehicles from the highway or to remove vehicles from the highway with the following limitations:(1) If the vehicle does not constitute an obstruction to traffic and the vehicle's owner or operator is…

Each district commander will outline geographical areas within their district to be designated as tow zones. The geographical tow zones for each patrol district will be filed with the patrol. The boundaries established pursuant to this action may be modified as circumstances warr…

(1) All tow/recovery trucks used by a registered tow truck operator for public or private impounds or in response to patrol requests must meet the minimum standards listed in this section. Classes "A," "B," "B-2," "C," "D" only if factory equipped with a boom or retractable boom,…

In addition to the requirements contained in WAC 204-91A-170, registered tow truck operators appointed pursuant to this chapter must conform to all laws and administrative rules pertaining to the tow industry and must observe the following practices and procedures:(1) When called…

This rule is promulgated pursuant to RCW 47.52.120, 46.37.005, and 46.37.194.[Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.005, 46.37.197, and 46.52.120. WSR 09-18-072, § 204-93-010, filed 8/31/09, effective 10/1/09. Statutory Authority: RCW 47.52.120. WSR 90-18-049, § 204-93-010, filed 8/30/9…

The purpose of this regulation is to provide minimum standards and operating regulations for assistance vans.[Statutory Authority: RCW 47.52.120. WSR 90-18-049, § 204-93-020, filed 8/30/90, effective 9/30/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 47.52.120 and 46.37.005. WSR 85-20-090 (Order …

(1) Assistance van: A vehicle that has been approved by the state patrol to provide aid, free of charge, to vehicles with equipment or fuel problems. An assistance van will be referred to as "van" in this regulation.(2) Commander: Means the commanding officer, or their designee, …

(1) The driver's minimum age is to be 21 years, and the driver must possess a valid:(a) First-aid card.(b) Washington operator's license.(2) The patrol may refuse to approve the permit or in the case of a permit which lists multiple operators/drivers may refuse to approve any sin…

(1) The minimum size vehicles must be a half-ton rated van or pickup truck.(2) The van must:(a) Be equipped with adequate front pushbars of a design that protects the finish of any vehicle being pushed.(b) Not have towing capabilities.(c) Have the primary sponsor or operator's na…

The van must have:(1) The capability to monitor channel 9 of the citizen's band radio.(2) A mobile telephone system in proper working order, functions correctly throughout the assigned area of operation, and is used in a correct and lawful manner.(3) A public address system.[Stat…

The van must be equipped with the following items:(1) Floor jack - 2-1/2 ton rating.(2) Portable tank of compressed air with a gauge indicating a minimum capacity of 100 psi.(3) One 36 unit first-aid kit or larger.(4) One 20 BC rated fire extinguisher or two 10 BC rated fire exti…

(1) Each van must be covered with the following minimum insurance coverage:(a) One hundred thousand dollars of legal liability per occurrence to protect against vehicle damage.(b) Two hundred fifty thousand dollars for liability for bodily injury or property damage per occurrence…

(1) An application for a permit to operate an assistance van shall be filed with the ESR on a form prescribed and furnished by the state patrol.(2) The application must furnish the following information to the patrol:(a) A listing of the names of all operators or drivers of the v…

Upon receipt of an application for a permit, the patrol will conduct an inspection of the applicant's van, to determine if the applicant qualifies for the issuance of a permit.(1) After a permit has been issued, the state patrol will cause to be affixed to each qualified van a wi…

After inspection of the van, driver qualifications, and required equipment, the inspecting officer will certify one of the following:(1) The van operation of the applicant fully conforms to the requirements established by this rule.(2) The van operation of the applicant does not …

All services provided to a disabled motorist at the location of the disablement must be free. This will include any vehicle repair parts that may be furnished by the operator.[Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.005, 46.37.197, and 46.52.120. WSR 09-18-072, § 204-93-120, filed 8/31/09…

The appropriate law enforcement agency must be notified of the following circumstances:(1) Motor vehicle accidents(2) Ill or incapacitated motorists(3) Intoxicated motorists(4) If a disabled vehicle is to be left on the highway shoulder and the driver is to be transported away fr…

Any van authorized under this section must:(1) Not travel in high-occupancy vehicle lane unless traveling to assist a disabled vehicle.(2) Not travel in the wrong direction on any highway or on/off ramps of highway, unless directed by a law enforcement officer.(3) Safely push a d…

Each van operator must maintain a permanent daily log or record of all assistance furnished to disabled motorists. These records will be made available to the inspector, any law enforcement officer, or ESR upon request. This record must include, but is not limited to, the followi…

The van driver must wear clothing that identifies the operator or primary sponsor.(1) This must include:(a) A legible name tag.(b) Clothing maintained in a presentable and clean manner.(2) Level III reflective vest and pants. The vest and pants must be approved as meeting the Uni…

(1) Violation of any of these regulations will be grounds for suspension or revocation of the permit. Notice will be furnished to the applicant at least twenty days prior to the effective date of such suspension or revocation. The notice will describe the grounds for the order an…

(1) The fee for each vehicle inspection will be $25.00. The department of licensing, as authorized in RCW 46.72A.030 and 46.72A.090, will charge the inspection fees on behalf of the inspecting agency, except a city or port that meets the criteria in chapter 46.72A RCW may collect…

(1) Upon the request of a limousine carrier business license applicant or licensee applying for the initial issuance, or annual renewal of their limousine vehicle certificate(s) with the department of licensing, the inspecting agency as outlined in RCW 46.72A.030 will conduct a s…

(1) When a driver of a vehicle is arrested for a violation of RCW 46.20.342, the arresting officer may, in his/her own discretion, considering reasonable alternatives, cause the vehicle to be impounded.(a) When an arrest is made for violation of RCW 46.20.342 and the vehicle is a…

A uniform Washington state tow/impound and inventory record form established under RCW 46.55.075 as outlined in this chapter will be made available through the office of the state printer.[Statutory Authority: RCW 46.55.075. WSR 12-03-081, § 204-96-030, filed 1/13/12, effective 2…

For the purposes of this chapter:(1) "Department" means the department of financial institutions.(2) "Director" means director of the department.(3) "Financial institution" means any bank, consumer loan company, credit union, foreign bank branch, savings bank, savings and loan as…

The purpose of this chapter is to implement RCW 43.19.080, which regulates the manner by which the director and employees of the department may lawfully borrow money from financial institutions under the jurisdiction of the department. This chapter applies to loans and material c…

The following procedures and requirements govern loans from financial institutions to employees and the director:(1) Requirements for all employees. No employee of the department may borrow money from a financial institution under the jurisdiction of the department unless the loa…

This chapter applies to all adjudicative proceedings under the jurisdiction of the department of financial institutions or the director of the department of financial institutions. This chapter does not apply to investigations conducted under the authority granted by the acts adm…

(1) Model rules. The department adopts the model rules of procedure as set forth in WAC 10-08-035 through 10-08-230, as amended. If there is a conflict between the model rules and this chapter, the rules in this chapter govern. Wherever the term "agency" appears in the model rule…

(1) Any party may elect to be served by electronic transmission (fax or email) upon waiver of service by other lawful means.(2) As used in this chapter, "fax" means electronic telefacsimile transmission. (3) The waiver must be in writing, filed with all parties and the presiding …