Title 18 — Title 18 BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS
113 chapters · 2,288 sections in this title.
RCW 18.30.005 Finding, intent.
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The state of Washington finds that to realize the state's current statutory policy of regulating health professions at the least restrictive level consistent with the public interest, a program of licensure for denturists should be established. The intent of the legislature is to…
RCW 18.30.010 Definitions.
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Unless the context clearly requires otherwise, the definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter.(1) "Board" means the Washington state board of denturists.(2) "Denture" means a removable full or partial upper or lower dental appliance to be worn in the mouth to repla…
RCW 18.30.020 Examination of patient—Sanctions—Training and licensing examination.
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(1) Before making and fitting a denture, a denturist shall examine the patient's oral cavity.(a) If the examination gives the denturist reasonable cause to believe that there is an abnormality or disease process that requires medical or dental treatment, the denturist shall immed…
RCW 18.30.030 Licensing required.
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No person may represent himself or herself as a licensed denturist or use any title or description of services without applying for licensure, meeting the required qualifications, and being licensed as a denturist by the board, unless otherwise exempted by this chapter.[ 2013 c 1…
RCW 18.30.040 Exclusions from chapter.
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Nothing in this chapter prohibits or restricts:(1) The practice of a profession by an individual who is licensed, certified, or registered under other laws of this state and who is performing services within the authorized scope of practice;(2) The practice of denturism by an ind…
RCW 18.30.050 Board of denturists—Members, terms, travel expenses, removal.
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(1) The Washington state board of denturists is created. The board shall consist of seven members appointed by the secretary as follows:(a) Four members of the board must be denturists licensed under this chapter, except initial appointees, who must have five years' experience in…
RCW 18.30.060 Board—Officers, quorum.
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(1) The board shall elect a chairperson of the board annually. The same person may not hold the office of chairperson for more than three years in succession.(2) A majority of the board members appointed and serving constitutes a quorum for the transaction of board business. The …
RCW 18.30.065 Duties of board.
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The board shall:(1) Determine the qualifications of persons applying for licensure under this chapter;(2) Prescribe, administer, and determine the requirements for examinations under this chapter and establish a passing grade for licensure under this chapter;(3) Adopt rules under…
RCW 18.30.090 Licensing requirements.
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The secretary shall issue a license to practice denturism to an applicant who submits a completed application, pays the appropriate fees, and meets the following requirements:(1) A person currently licensed to practice denturism under statutory provisions of another state, territ…
RCW 18.30.095 Licensing requirements—Military training or experience.
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An applicant with military training or experience satisfies the training or experience requirements of this chapter unless the board determines that the military training or experience is not substantially equivalent to the standards of the state.[ 2013 c 171 s 4; 2011 c 32 s 1.]
RCW 18.30.100 Licensing examinations.
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The board shall administer the examinations for licensing under this chapter, subject to the following requirements:(1) Examinations shall determine the qualifications, fitness, and ability of the applicant to practice denturism. The test shall include a written examination and a…
RCW 18.30.120 Requirements determined by secretary—License content.
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(1) The licensing period, administrative procedures, administrative requirements, and fees shall be determined by the secretary as provided in RCW 43.70.250 and 43.70.280.(2) The license shall contain, on its face, the address or addresses where the license holder will perform th…
RCW 18.30.130 License renewal.
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The board shall establish by rule the requirements for renewal of licenses to practice denturism, but shall not increase the licensure requirements provided in this chapter. The secretary shall establish administrative procedures, administrative requirements, and fees for license…
RCW 18.30.135 Discipline.
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The Uniform Disciplinary Act, chapter 18.130 RCW, shall govern the issuance and denial of licenses, unauthorized practice, and the discipline of persons licensed under this chapter. The board shall be the disciplinary authority under this chapter.[ 2013 c 171 s 6; 1995 c 336 s 3.…
RCW 18.30.140 Inactive licenses.
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(1) An individual may place his or her license on inactive status. The holder of an inactive license shall not practice denturism in this state without first activating the license.(2) An inactive license may be placed in an active status upon compliance with rules established by…
RCW 18.30.150 Partnerships with dentists.
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Notwithstanding any other provision of state law, a licensed denturist may enter into a partnership or other business association with a dentist, provided that such association does not impede the independent professional judgment of either party.[ 1995 c 1 s 16 (Initiative Measu…
RCW 18.30.160 Education and training—Nonorthodontic removable oral devices and teeth whitening services.
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Prior to providing the services mentioned in RCW 18.30.010(5) (c) and (d), a licensed denturist must provide documentation to the board that he or she received education and training on providing the services. The board must, by rule, specify the education and training necessary …
RCW 18.30.900 Short title—1995 c 1 (Initiative Measure No. 607).
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This chapter may be known and cited as the Washington state denturist act.[ 1995 c 1 s 17 (Initiative Measure No. 607, approved November 8, 1994).]