Washington Administrative Code

These rules are adopted pursuant to chapter 145, Laws of 1984 and RCW 46.37.467 to provide for an identification placard to be issued for vehicles using an alternative fuel source.[Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.467(3). WSR 84-21-109 (Order FM 84-04), § 212-50-010, filed 10/23/84…

The provisions of these rules shall apply to every automobile, including buses, truck, motorcycle, motor home or off-road vehicle that is fueled by an alternative fuel source.[Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.467(3). WSR 84-21-109 (Order FM 84-04), § 212-50-020, filed 10/23/84.]

(1) "Alternative fuel source," as used in this chapter, includes: Propane, compressed natural gas, liquid petroleum gas, alcohol, or any chemically similar gas, but does not include gasoline or diesel fuel.(2) "National Fire Protection Association" means the nationally recognized…

Until such time as the National Fire Protection Association issues a specific placard for a specific alternative fuel source, the placard designed by the state fire marshal, as set out in these rules, shall be required.[Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.467(3). WSR 84-21-109 (Order …

The placard shall be a weather resistant, diamond shaped label, 4-3/4 inches long and 3-1/4 inches wide. Lettering shall be a minimum of one inch in height, and centered horizontally across the placard. The label shall be of contrasting reflective luminous material and have a 1/8…

The placard for propane or liquified petroleum gas shall include the lettering "propane." Lettering and border shall be silver on a black background. The placard for compressed natural gas shall include the lettering "CNG" across the center. The border and lettering shall be silv…

The label shall be placed on an exterior vertical or near-vertical surface on the lower right rear of the vehicle (on the trunk lid of a vehicle so equipped, but not on the bumper of any vehicle) inboard from any other markings. The label shall be provided with a good quality sel…

If any provision of these rules or its application to any person is held invalid, the remainder of the rules or the application of the provision to other persons or circumstances is not affected.[Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.467(3). WSR 84-21-109 (Order FM 84-04), § 212-50-080,…

The purpose of this chapter is to adopt recognized standards for the design, construction, and placement of above-ground tanks to collect used oil from private individuals for recycling purposes pursuant to RCW 19.114.040.These standards are designed to fulfill the legislative in…

The following definitions shall apply to this chapter:(1) "Approved" means approved by the state director of fire protection as the result of investigation and tests conducted by him/her, or by reasons of principles, tests by national, technical, or scientific organizations accep…

This chapter applies to all facilities placed for the collection of used oil from the public for the purpose of recycling.[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.114.040. WSR 87-06-044 (Order 87-05), § 212-51-010, filed 3/4/87.]

Prior to the placement of a collection facility, the installer shall make application to the local fire official. All equipment shall comply with the provision of this chapter. Permits will be issued or denied upon the basis of the applicant's compliance with the state fire prote…

The director of fire protection may modify any of the provisions of this code upon application in writing where there are practical difficulties in the way of carrying out the strict letter of the code, provided that the spirit of the code shall be complied with, public safety se…

Used oil collection facilities for the collection of used oil from the public shall comply with the Uniform Fire Code and the following:(1) A funnel-shaped fill area to reduce spills.(2) A suitable port for emptying storage tank by suction. No pressurization of the tank shall be …

Used oil collection facilities shall be located in accordance with the Uniform Fire Code, as adopted by chapter 19.27 RCW.[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.114.040. WSR 87-06-044 (Order 87-05), § 212-51-030, filed 3/4/87.]

As stated in RCW 90.48.320, "It shall be unlawful ... for oil to enter the waters of the state from ... any fixed or mobile facility or installation ... ." Above-ground used oil tanks should be placed to avoid discharge of spilled oil into the surface waters or groundwaters of th…

Fire extinguisher coverage shall be in accordance with the Uniform Fire Code.[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.114.040. WSR 87-06-044 (Order 87-05), § 212-51-040, filed 3/4/87.]

(1) It shall be the responsibility of all owners of above-ground used oil tanks to post a prominent sign on or near the tank identifying the tank as a used oil recycling tank only, and stating that contaminants should not be mixed with used oil.(2) Signs shall be commercially pri…

If any provision of this chapter or its application to any person is held invalid, the remainder of the chapter or the application of the provision to other persons or circumstances is not affected.[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.114.040. WSR 87-06-044 (Order 87-05), § 212-51-050, f…

To be approved by the state fire marshal, a sign warning of the presence of guard animals as required by RCW 43.44.120 must:(1) Be at least three inches in height by five inches in length; and(2) Bear the following caption in bold print at least one-half inch high: "caution! prem…

The purpose of this chapter is to adopt rules to a single statewide standard of performance and compliance for the licensing of fire protection sprinkler system contractors, the issuance of certificates of competency, and the issuance of civil fines for violations of any provisio…

This chapter applies to any person performing as a fire protection sprinkler system contractor or certificate of competency holder as defined in chapter 18.160 RCW.[Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.160 and 18.270 RCW. WSR 22-22-072, § 212-80-005, filed 10/31/22, effective 1/1/23.…

The following definitions will apply throughout this chapter:(1) "Authority having jurisdiction (AHJ)" means the organization, office, or individual responsible for issuing permits, approving layout drawings, enforcing the requirements of a code or standard or approving materials…

(1) All fire protection sprinkler system contractors, certificate of competency holders, and persons who design, install, inspect, test, or repair, fire protection sprinkler systems or any part of such a system will comply with the provisions of this chapter.(2) Exceptions to sub…

(1) Fire protection sprinkler contractors, only a licensed contractor, who has at least one certificate of competency holder on staff certified to license level consistent with the contractor's license, by the director, can bid, offer to bid, contract, or perform the designing, i…

(1) The fire protection sprinkler systems contractor must obtain approval from the authority having jurisdiction. The authority having jurisdiction must approve plans, specifications, calculations, contractor's materials and test certificates, and final approval. The authority ha…

(1) All licenses and certificates must be posted as follows:(a) Each license and certificate issued under chapter 18.160 RCW must be posted in a conspicuous place in the licensed contractor's place of business.(b) All bids, advertisements, proposals, offers, and installation draw…

(1) Nothing in this chapter or chapter 18.160 RCW limits the power of a municipality, county, or state to regulate the quality and character of work performed by contractors through a system of permits, fees, and inspections which are designed to assure compliance with and aid in…

(1) Subcontracting work on a fire protection sprinkler system is not permitted:(a) If the subcontractor does not have a current fire protection sprinkler system contractor's license consistent with the level of work preformed on the fire protection sprinkler system; or(b) If the …

(1) Applicants seeking a fire protection sprinkler system contractor's license must:(a) Register the company structure with the secretary of state (www.sos.wa.gov), RCW 23B.01.200;(b) Submit a master business application with the department of licensing (www.dol.wa.gov) or throug…

(1) A license issued under this chapter is not transferable.(2) If a currently licensed contractor merges or forms another company, that license can be reissued to the newly formed or incorporated company provided:(a) The principal officers of the licensed company remain the same…

(1) Any fire protection sprinkler system contractor must have at least one full-time certificate of competency holder, consistent with the license level as provided by WAC 212-80-018, employed to conduct business.(2) If a certificate of competency holder leaves the employment of …

(1) All licensed fire protection sprinkler system contractors desiring to continue to be licensed must renew their license before January 1 of each year. The application for renewal must be made upon a form prescribed by the director. Any contractor not wishing to renew their lic…

(1) Initial application fee is $100 only charged once when a person makes the initial application for any fire protection sprinkler system contractor license.(2) Annual license fee is paid by the contractor when:(a) Submitting the application for a license; or(b) Renewing the fir…

(1) A fire protection sprinkler system contractor must have a separate bond conditioned to compensate third-party losses caused by the acts of the contractor's principal or the principal's servant, officer, agent, or employees, in conducting the business registered or licensed un…

Certificate of competency holders for Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, and Level U will obtain a stamp each certification year to affix on all sprinkler related documents as provided by this chapter.(1) Will the stamp come with my certification? When the director issues a certificate, …

(1) The certificate of competency holder must complete the contractor's material and test certificate(s), affix his or her certificate stamp, and forward the certificate(s) to the authority having jurisdiction.(2) Contractor's material and test certificate forms must be of such f…

(1) The issuance of a certificate of competency is dependent on employment with a licensed contractor. All applications for a certificate of competency must be submitted with the fire protection sprinkler system contractor's license application or under an existing license. A cer…

There are four separate fees that may apply:(1) Application fee is $100 only charged once when a person makes the initial application for any of the certificates specified in this section. As long as the certificate of competency holder maintains continuous certification, the cer…

(1) A certificate issued under this regulation is not transferable to another person.(2) The certificate can follow a certificate of competency holder to another employer provided that employer is currently licensed at the appropriate level.[Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.160 a…

(1) All certificate of competency holders must be employed by a licensed fire protection sprinkler system contractor.(a) In no case will a certificate of competency holder be employed full time by more than one licensed contractor at the same time.(b) If the certificate of compet…

(1) A certificate must be renewed by January 1st of each calendar year.(2) Failure of a certificate of competency holder to renew his or her certificate by the expiration date will constitute a break in certification. For certificates that are expired for:(a) Less than two consec…

(1) A certificate of competency holder may voluntarily relinquish his or her certificate to the director.(2) The relinquishment is effective when the certificate is received by the director.(3) After relinquishing the certificate, he or she will not be known as a certificate of c…

(1) The director issues a wallet card to a person issued a certificate of competency. The card will be kept by the certificate of competency holder. The certificate of competency holder must make the card available for review at any time.(2) The authority having jurisdiction or d…

(1) The director may refuse to issue or renew or may suspend or revoke the privilege of any individual acting as a certificate of competency holder, certified or not, or a licensed or unlicensed fire protection sprinkler system contractor to engage in the fire protection sprinkle…

(1) The director may impose civil penalties or fines to any licensed contractor for their actions and/or their employees/certificate of competency holder that violates any provision of chapter 18.160 RCW, or this chapter. The director may impose the civil penalties and/or fines l…

(1) The director may at his or her discretion issue either a monetary penalty and/or take an action against a license or certificate depending on the severity of the violation(s) evidenced in the investigation. Each violation is classified and penalties assessed according to the …

(1) The director will provide an opportunity for any person to informally discuss a civil penalty that has been assessed against them.(2) An informal conference may be requested prior to a request for a formal hearing. However, it will not exceed nor extend the thirty-day timelin…

(1) Any person may request a formal hearing to appeal a civil penalty issued under this chapter at any time before or after the request of an informal conference, as long as the thirty day period from the date of issue listed on the citation has not elapsed. If requesting a forma…

(1) The assessment of adjustment of penalties for amounts other than those set by chapter 18.160 RCW will be done only by the director through a hearings process either formally or informally.(2) The assessment of penalties for not being in conformance with chapter 18.160 RCW, or…