WSR 07-24-041

PERMANENT RULES

DEPARTMENT OF

LABOR AND INDUSTRIES

[ Filed November 30, 2007, 10:45 a.m. , effective January 1, 2008 ]


     Effective Date of Rule: January 1, 2008.

     Purpose: The department reviewed the elevator rules for additions and revisions. The elevator rules are periodically reviewed to ensure the rules are consistent with the national consensus standards, industry practice, and to clarify the rules. The following changes were made to the elevator rules:

• Updated national consensus standards to a more current version.
• Moved alteration permit and process from Part B to Part C to assist with clarification.
• Give category 02 elevator mechanics the ability to install residential elevators.
• Updated residential inclined elevator requirements to be consistent with the national consensus standards for enclosure and suspension.
• Reorganize Part C to group related topics together.

     Citation of Existing Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 296-96-00650 Which elevator codes and supplements has the department adopted?, 296-96-00700 Chapter definitions, 296-96-00902 Are there exceptions from the elevator mechanic licensing requirements?, 296-96-00904 What must you do to become and remain a licensed elevator contractor?, 296-96-00906 What must you do to become a licensed elevator mechanic?, 296-96-00910 What are the elevator mechanic license categories?, 296-96-00924 What procedures does the department follow when issuing a civil penalty for licensing violations?, 296-96-00926 What are the civil (monetary) penalties for violating the licensing requirements of chapter 70.87 RCW or this chapter?, 296-96-01000 What is the permit process for conveyances?, 296-96-01005 When do I need and what are the steps on obtaining a permit?, 296-96-01006 What type of conveyance work requires permitting and inspection?, 296-96-01009 Who can purchase a permit?, 296-96-01010 What are the installation permit fees for conveyances, material lifts, and hoists and how are they calculated?, 296-96-01012 What are the permit fees for alterations to conveyances, material lifts, and hoists and how are they calculated?, 296-96-01025 What is the permit fee for personnel and material hoists?, 296-96-01027 Are initial installation permit fees refundable?, 296-96-01030 What is the process for installation and alteration plan approval?, 296-96-01035 Are there inspection fees?, 296-96-01045 What are the inspection requirements and fees for conveyances in private residences?, 296-96-01065 What are the annual operating certificate fees?, 296-96-01070 What are the civil (monetary) penalties for violating the conveyance permit and operation requirements of chapter 70.87 RCW and this chapter?, 296-96-05020 What requirements apply to the construction and fire safety of hoistway enclosures?, 296-96-05120 What requirements apply to car operating devices, terminal stopping devices and electrical protective devices?, 296-96-05140 What requirements apply to car safeties?, 296-96-05160 What types of ropes, chains, and rope connections must be used on a lift?, 296-96-07030 Does the department approve private residence elevator plans and specifications?, 296-96-07050 What are the construction requirements for car landing enclosures and gates for inclined private residence elevators?, 296-96-07120 What construction requirements apply to car doors and gates?, 296-96-07150 What are the construction requirements for guide rails, track supports and fastenings?, 296-96-07171 How and when are safeties and governors tested?, 296-96-07180 What are the construction requirements for driving machines and sheaves?, 296-96-07190 What construction requirements apply to terminal stopping switches?, 296-96-07200 What are the requirements for operation of an inclined private residence elevator?, 296-96-07210 What are the construction requirements for suspension methods?, 296-96-07230 What requirements apply to electrical wiring?, 296-96-08200 What are the requirements for the activation and operation of an inclined private residence conveyances for transporting property?, 296-96-08210 What are the requirements for suspension methods?, 296-96-08230 What requirements apply to electrical wiring?, 296-96-09001 What regulations apply to personnel hoists?, 296-96-10001 What regulations apply to material hoists?, 296-96-11001 What regulations apply to belt manlifts?, 296-96-13149 What are the structural requirements for counterweights, counterweight enclosures, and counterweight fastenings?, 296-96-16140 How must car frames and platforms be connected?, 296-96-23100 Are keys required to be on-site?, 296-96-23116 What requirements apply to car numbers?, 296-96-23117 What requirements apply to top of car railing for traction elevators?, 296-96-23118 What requirements apply to top of car railings for hydraulic elevators in unenclosed hoistways?, 296-96-23119 What signage requirements apply to traction elevator with minimal overhead clearance?, 296-96-23122 What type of lighting must be installed in machine rooms and machinery space?, 296-96-23132 What lighting requirements apply to pits?, 296-96-23316 What requirements apply to plunger stops?, 296-96-23450 What requirements apply to step tread lighting?, 296-96-23600 What is the scope of Part VI, alterations, repairs and maintenance?, 296-96-23610 What requirements apply to routine periodic inspections and tests?, 296-96-23620 What requirements apply to alterations, repairs and maintenance?, 296-96-23630 What requirements apply to elevator equipment displaced by seismic activity? and 296-96-23710 What requirements apply to lifts for the physically handicapped?; and repealing WAC 296-96-01007 What is the inspection and approval process for alterations?, 296-96-02230 When must the department be notified for a new or altered inspection?, 296-96-02232 What are the conditions for obtaining a temporary operating permit?, 296-96-02235 What are the requirements for temporary operating permits?, 296-96-02240 Where is a shut-off valve required for hydraulic elevators?, 296-96-02275 What are the requirements for Fireman's Service Phase I and Phase II recall?, 296-96-02276 What are the requirements for sprinklers in hoistways and machine rooms?, 296-96-02277 How does the department enforce ASME requirements for sprinklers, smoke detectors, and heat detectors in hoistways and machine rooms?, 296-96-02278 Are keys required to be on-site?, 296-96-02280 Can pipes and ducts be installed above a machine room?, 296-96-02281 What is required for emergency escape hatches?, 296-96-02282 What is required for fire fighters' service?, 296-96-02283 What is the minimum working space required in machine rooms?, 296-96-02285 Are there exceptions for correction facility elevators?, 296-96-02290 What are the requirements for underground hydraulic elevator pipes, fittings, and cylinders?, 296-96-02300 Are self-leveling devices required?, 296-96-02306 Is a door reopening device required on automatic-closing car doors?, 296-96-02310 What is the minimum acceptable initial transfer time for an elevator door?, 296-96-02315 What are the minimum cab size and other applicable requirements for car interiors?, 296-96-02317 When does the department require a local building official to sign off for the installation of LULAs, stair lifts, inclined wheelchair lifts and vertical wheelchair lifts?, 296-96-02318 What are the general requirements for LULA elevators?, 296-96-02320 What is required for car controls?, 296-96-02325 What are the location and operation requirements for car position indicators in the car?, 296-96-02330 What is required for installation and operation of emergency communication systems?, 296-96-02340 What requirements apply to the size and location of car handrails?, 296-96-02350 What requirements apply to floor designations on elevator door jambs?, 296-96-02355 What are the installation and operation requirements for hall buttons?, 296-96-02360 What are the requirements for installation and operation of hall lanterns?, 296-96-02361 What are the requirements for electrical main line disconnects?, 296-96-02362 What are the requirements associated with elevator machine rooms?, 296-96-02363 What are the requirements for fire doors installed in front of hoistway doors?, 296-96-02364 What are the requirements for accessing elevated elevator pit equipment?, 296-96-02366 What are the requirements for submersible pumps or sumps?, 296-96-02367 What are the requirements for top of car lighting for freight and passenger elevators?, 296-96-02370 What is required for physically handicapped lifts?, and 296-96-02371 Are private residence inclined stairway chairlifts required to be permanently wired?

     Statutory Authority for Adoption: Chapter 70.87 RCW.

      Adopted under notice filed as WSR 07-19-092 on September 18, 2007.

     Changes Other than Editing from Proposed to Adopted Version: PART-C3: Changed "inclinded" to "inclined"; WAC 296-96-07171(2): Changes "the method" to "a method"; and WAC 296-96-08200(7): Retained the language regarding radio controls.

     Number of Sections Adopted in Order to Comply with Federal Statute: New 0, Amended 0, Repealed 0; Federal Rules or Standards: New 0, Amended 0, Repealed 0; or Recently Enacted State Statutes: New 0, Amended 0, Repealed 0.

     Number of Sections Adopted at Request of a Nongovernmental Entity: New 0, Amended 0, Repealed 0.

     Number of Sections Adopted on the Agency's Own Initiative: New 42, Amended 57, Repealed 36.

     Number of Sections Adopted in Order to Clarify, Streamline, or Reform Agency Procedures: New 42, Amended 57, Repealed 36.

     Number of Sections Adopted Using Negotiated Rule Making: New 0, Amended 0, Repealed 0;      Pilot Rule Making: New 0, Amended 0, Repealed 0; or Other Alternative Rule Making: New 42, Amended 57, Repealed 36.

     Date Adopted: November 30, 2007.

Judy Schurke

Director

OTS-9932.6


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 04-12-047, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04)

WAC 296-96-00650   Which National Elevator Codes and Supplements has the department adopted?  

NATIONAL ELEVATOR CODES AND SUPPLEMENTS ADOPTED
TYPE OF

CONVEYANCE

 NATIONAL CODE AND SUPPLEMENTS DATE INSTALLED COMMENTS
FROM TO
((Elevators, Dumbwaiters,

Escalators

 American Standard Safety Code (ASA)

A17.1, 1960

 Prior to 11/1/1963 Adopted Standard

Part X of ASA applies to all installations in existence prior to 11/1/63.))
Elevators, Dumbwaiters,

Escalators

 American Standard Safety Code (ASA) ((A17.1, 1960)) A17.1.13, 1962 11/1/1963 12/29/1967 Adopted Standard
Moving Walks American Safety Association

A17.1.13, 1962

 11/1/1963 12/29/1967 Adopted Standard
Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks U.S.A. Standards (USAS) USAS A17.1, 1965; Supplements A17.1a, 1967; A17.1b, 1968; A17.1c, 1969; 12/30/1967 2/24/1972 Adopted Standard USAS 1965 includes revision and consolidation of A17.1-1, 1960, A17.1a, 1963, and A17.1-13, 1962. Adopted code and supplements, excluding Appendix E and ANSI 17.1d, 1970.
Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks American National Standard Institute ANSI

A17.1, 1971

2/25/1972 6/30/1982 Adopted Standard as amended and revised through 1971.
Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks ANSI

A17.1, 1971; A17.1a, 1972

 2/25/1972 6/30/1982 Adopted Supplement
Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks ANSI

A17.1, 1981

 7/1/1982 1/9/1986 Adopted Standard
Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks ANSI

A17.1a, 1982

 3/1/1984 1/9/1986 Adopted Supplement
Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks ANSI

A17.1b, 1983

 12/1/1984 1/9/1986 Adopted Supplement, except portable escalators covered by Part VIII of A17.1b, 1983.
Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks ANSI

A17.1, 1984

 1/10/1986 12/31/1988 Adopted Standard Except Part XIX. After 11/1/1988 Part II, Rule 211.3b was replaced by WAC 296-81-275.
Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks ANSI

A17.1a, 1985

 1/10/1986 12/31/1988 Adopted Supplement
Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks ANSI A17.1b, 1985; A17.1c, 1986; A17.1d, 1986; and A17.1e, 1987 12/6/1987 12/31/1988 Adopted Supplement
Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks ANSI

A17.1, 1987

 1/1/1989 12/31/1992 Adopted Standard Except Part XIX and Part II, Rule 211.3b. WAC 296-81-275 replaced Part II, Rule 211.3b.
Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks ((ANSI)) ASME

A17.1, 1990

 1/1/1993 2/28/1995 Adopted Standard Except Part XIX and Part V, Section 513. Chapter 296-94 WAC replaced Part V, Section 513.
Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks ((ANSI)) ASME

A17.1, 1993

 3/1/1995 6/30/1998 Adopted Standard Except Part XIX and Part V, Section 513. Chapter 296-94 WAC replaced Part V, Section 513.
Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks ASME

A17.1, 1996

 6/30/1998 ((Effective date of these rules)) 6/30/2004 Adopted Standard Except Part V, Section 513.
Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks ASME A17.1, 2000; A17.1a, 2002; A17.1b, 2003 ((Effective date of these rules)) 7/1/2004 ((Current)) 1/1/2008 Adopted Standards and Addenda Except Rules 2.4.12.2, 8.6.5.8 and Sections 5.4, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.9, 7.10, 8.10.1.1.3 and 8.11.1.1.
Safety Standards for Platform Lifts and Stairway Chairlifts ASME A18.1, 1999; A18.1a, 2001; A18.1b, 2001 ((Effective date of these rules)) 7/1/2004 ((Current)) 1/1/2008 Adopted Standards and Addenda.
Safety Code for Elevators, Escalators, Dumbwaiters, Residential Elevators, Special Purpose ASME A17.1-2004; A17.1a-2005 1/1/2008 Current Adopted Standards and Addenda Except Rules 2.4.12.2, marked car top clearance space, 8.6.5.8, Maintenance of safety bulkhead, 5.4, Private residence incline elevators, 7.4 7.5 7.9 7.10 Material lifts, 8.10.1.1.3 and 8.11.1.1, QEI-1 inspector.
Safety Code for Platform Lifts and Stairway Chairlifts ASME A18.1-2005 1/1/2008 Current
Safety Code for Belt Manlifts ASME A90.1-2003 1/1/2008 Current
Safety Code for Personnel Hoists, Retroactive ANSI A10.4-2004 1/1/2008 Current
Note: Copies of codes and supplements can be obtained from The American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Order Department, 22 Law Drive, Box 2900, Fairfield, New Jersey, 07007-2900 or by visiting www.asme.org.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. 04-12-047, § 296-96-00650, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04. Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185 and chapter 70.87 RCW. 01-02-026, § 296-96-00650, filed 12/22/00, effective 1/22/01.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 04-12-047, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04)

WAC 296-96-00700   Chapter definitions.   The following definitions apply to this chapter (see RCW 70.87.010 for additional definitions necessary for use with this chapter):

     "ANSI" means the American National Standard Institute.

     "ASA" means the American Safety Association.

     "ASME" means the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

     "Acceptable proof" refers to the documentation that must be provided to the department during the elevator contractor and mechanic license application and renewal process. Acceptable proof may include department-approved forms documenting years of experience, affidavits, letters from previous employers, declarations of experience, education credits, copies of contractor registration information, etc. Additional documentation may be requested by the department to verify the information provided on the application.

     "Code" refers to nationally accepted codes (i.e., ASME, ANSI, ASA, and NEC) and((/or)) the Washington Administrative Code.

     "Decommissioned conveyance" means an installation whose power feed lines have been disconnected and:

     (a) A traction elevator, dumbwaiter, or material lift whose suspension ropes have been removed, whose car and counterweight rests at the bottom of the hoistway, and whose hoistway doors have been permanently barricaded or sealed in the closed position on the hoistway side;

     (b) A hydraulic elevator, dumbwaiter, or material lift whose: Car rests at the bottom of the hoistway, pressure piping has been disassembled and a section removed from the premises, hoistway doors have been permanently barricaded or sealed in the closed position on the hoistway side, suspension ropes have been removed and counterweights, if provided, landed at the bottom of the hoistway; or

     (c) An escalator or moving walk whose entrances have been permanently barricaded.

     "Final judgment" means any money that is owed the department as the result of an individual's or firm's unsuccessful appeal of a civil penalty. Final judgment also includes any penalties assessed against an individual or firm owed the department as a result of an unappealed civil penalty or any outstanding fees due under chapter 70.87 RCW and this chapter.

     "General direction -- Installation and alteration work" means the necessary education, assistance, and supervision provided by a licensed elevator mechanic (in the appropriate category) who is on the same job site as the helper/apprentice at least seventy-five percent of each working day. The ratio of helper to mechanic shall be one-to-one.

     "General direction -- Maintenance work" means the necessary education, assistance, and supervision provided by a licensed elevator mechanic (in the appropriate category) to ensure that the maintenance work is performed safely and to code.

     "Lockout" means the placement of a lockout device on an energy isolating device, in accordance with an established procedure, ensuring that the energy isolating device and the equipment being controlled cannot be operated until the lockout device is removed.

     "Primary point of contact" is the designated individual employed by a licensed elevator contractor.

     "Red tag" or "red tag status" means an elevator or other conveyance that has been removed from service and operation because of noncompliance with chapter 70.87 RCW and this chapter or at the request of the owner.

     "Private residence elevator" (residential elevator) means a power passenger elevator which is limited in size, capacity, rise and speed and is installed in a private residence or multiple dwelling as a means of access to a private residence provided the elevators are so installed that they are not accessible to the general public or to other occupants in the building.

     "RCW" means the Revised Code of Washington.

     "Tagout" means the placement of a tagout device on an energy isolating device, in accordance with an established procedure, to indicate that the energy isolating device and the equipment being controlled may not be operated until the tagout device is removed by the individual who established the tag or by a person designated by the chief elevator inspector.

     "Traction elevator" means an elevator in which the friction between the hoist ropes and the machine sheave is used to move the elevator car.

     "USAS" means the U.S.A. Standards.

     "WAC" means the Washington Administrative Code.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. 04-12-047, § 296-96-00700, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04. Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185 and chapter 70.87 RCW. 01-02-026, § 296-96-00700, filed 12/22/00, effective 1/22/01.]

PART B - ((LICENSES AND FEES FOR ALL ELEVATORS, DUMBWAITERS, ESCALATORS AND OTHER CONVEYANCES)) ELEVATOR CONTRACTOR AND CONVEYANCE MECHANIC LICENSES AND REGULATIONS AND FEES


NOTE: Total fees include the sum of the permit cost plus plan check fees.
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 04-12-047, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04)

WAC 296-96-00902   Are there exceptions from the elevator mechanic licensing requirements?   Yes.

     (1) Elevator mechanic licenses issued under chapter 70.87 RCW and this chapter are not required for:

     (a) Individuals who install signal systems, fans, electric light fixtures, illuminated thresholds, finished cab flooring materials that are identical to existing materials and feed wires to the terminals on the elevator main line control provided that the individual does not require access to the pit, hoistway, or top of the car for the installation of these items.

     (b) An owner or regularly employed employee of the owner performing only maintenance work of conveyances in accordance with RCW 70.87.270.

     (2) Elevator mechanic licenses may not be required for certain types of incidental work that is performed on conveyances when the appropriate lockout and tagout procedures have been performed by a licensed elevator mechanic in the appropriate category. The department must be notified in writing and must approve the scope of work prior to it being performed.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. 04-12-047, § 296-96-00902, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 04-12-047, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04)

WAC 296-96-00904   What must you do to become and remain a licensed elevator contractor?   (1) Obtain and maintain a valid specialty or general contractor registration under chapter 18.27 RCW to engage in the business of conveyance work.

     (2) Complete and submit a department-approved application. As part of the application:

     (a) Specify the employee who is the licensed elevator contractor's primary point of contact.

     (b) The person representing the company, firm or company who is applying for the elevator contractor's license must:

     (i) Provide acceptable proof to the department that shows that the person representing the company, firm, or company has five years of work experience in performing conveyance work as verified by current and previous state of Washington elevator contractor licenses to do business; or

     (ii) Pass a written examination administered by the department on chapter 70.87 RCW and this chapter. (In the case of a firm or company, the exam will be administered to the designated primary point of contact.)

     (iii) Failure to pass the examination will require the submittal of a new application.

     (3) Pay the fees specified in WAC 296-96-00922.

     (4) The department may deny application of a license under this section if the applicant owes outstanding final judgments to the department.

     (5) If the primary point of contact identified in subsection (2)(a) of this section separates employment, his/her relationship or designation is terminated, or death of the designated individual occurs, the elevator contractor must, within ninety days, designate a new individual who has successfully completed the elevator contractor examination and inform the department of the change in writing or the elevator contractor license will be automatically suspended.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. 04-12-047, § 296-96-00904, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 04-12-047, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04)

WAC 296-96-00906   What must you do to become a licensed elevator mechanic?   (1) Qualify for licensing:

     (a) For conveyance work covered by all categories identified in WAC 296-96-00910 except material lifts (05), residential conveyances (06), residential inclined elevators (07) and temporary licenses (09), the applicant must comply with the applicable mechanic licensing requirements as follows:

     (i) Test.

     (A) The applicant must provide acceptable proof to the department that shows the necessary combination of documented experience and education credits in the applicable license category (see WAC 296-96-00910) of not less than three years' work experience in the elevator industry performing conveyance work as verified by current and previous employers licensed to do business in this state or as an employee of a public agency; and

     (B) Pass an examination administered by the department on chapter 70.87 RCW and this chapter.

     (ii) ((Grandfather.

     (A) Before October 1, 2004, the applicant must provide acceptable proof to the department that shows the necessary combination of documented experience and education credits in the applicable license category (see WAC 296-96-00910) of not less than three years' work experience in the elevator industry, performing conveyance work, as verified by current and previous employers licensed to do business in this state or as an employee of a public agency; and

     (B) Have worked without direct and immediate supervision for an elevator contractor licensed to do business in this state or as an employee of a public agency. This employment may not be less than three years immediately before March 1, 2004.

     (iii))) National exam/education.

     (A) Have obtained a certificate of completion and successfully passed the mechanic examination of a nationally recognized training program for the elevator industry such as the National Elevator Industry Educational Program or its equivalent; or

     (B) Have obtained a certificate of completion of an apprenticeship program for an elevator mechanic, having standards substantially equal to those of chapter 70.87 RCW and this chapter, and registered with the Washington state apprenticeship and training council under chapter 49.04 RCW.

     (((iv))) (iii) Reciprocity. The applicant must provide acceptable proof to the department that shows that the applicant is holding a valid license from a state having entered into a reciprocal agreement with the department and having standards substantially equal to those of chapter 70.87 RCW and this chapter.

     (b) For conveyance work performed on material lifts as identified in WAC 296-96-00910(5):

     (((i))) Test.

     (((A))) (i) The applicant and the licensed elevator contractor/employer must comply with the provisions of RCW 70.87.245; and

     (((B))) (ii) The applicant must pass an examination administered by the department on chapter 70.87 RCW and this chapter;

     (((ii) Grandfather.

     (A) Before October 1, 2004, the applicant must provide acceptable proof to the department that shows the necessary combination of documented experience and education credits in the material lift license category (see WAC 296-96-00910) performing conveyance work on material lifts, as verified by current and previous employers licensed to do business in this state; and

     (B) Worked without direct and immediate supervision for an elevator contractor licensed to do business in this state. This employment may not be less than three years immediately before March 1, 2004.))

     (c) For residential conveyance work covered by category (06) as identified in WAC 296-96-00910:

     (((i))) Test.

     (((A))) (i) The applicant must provide acceptable proof to the department that shows the necessary combination of documented experience and education credits in the applicable license category (see WAC 296-96-00910) of not less than two years' work experience in the elevator industry performing conveyance work as verified by current and previous employers licensed to do business in this state; and

     (((B))) (ii) Pass an examination administered by the department on chapter 70.87 RCW and this chapter.

     (((ii) Grandfather.

     (A) Before October 1, 2004, the applicant must provide acceptable proof to the department that shows the necessary combination of documented experience and education credits in the residential conveyance license category (see WAC 296-96-00910) performing conveyance work on residential inclined and vertical wheelchair lifts and stair chairlifts, as verified by current and previous employers licensed to do business in this state; and

     (B) Worked without direct and immediate supervision for an elevator contractor licensed to do business in this state. This employment may not be less than two years immediately before March 1, 2004.))

     (d) For residential inclined conveyance work covered by category (07) as identified in WAC 296-96-00910;

     (((i))) Test.

     (((A))) (i) The applicant must provide acceptable proof to the department that shows the necessary combination of documented experience and education credits in the applicable license category (see WAC 296-96-00910) of not less than one year's work experience in the elevator industry or not less than three years' documented experience and education credits in conveyance work as described in category (01) performing conveyance work as verified by current and previous employers licensed to do business in this state; and

     (((B))) (ii) Pass an examination administered by the department on chapter 70.87 RCW and this chapter.

     (((ii) Grandfather.

     (A) Before October 1, 2004, the applicant must provide acceptable proof to the department that shows the necessary combination of documented experience and education credits in the residential inclined conveyance license category (see WAC 296-96-00910) performing conveyance work on residential inclined conveyances, as verified by current and previous employers licensed to do business in this state; and

     (B) Worked without direct and immediate supervision for an elevator contractor licensed to do business in this state. This employment may not be less than one year immediately before March 1, 2004.))

     (e) For temporary mechanic licenses as identified in WAC 296-96-00910 category (09) the applicant must provide acceptable proof from a licensed elevator contractor that attests that the temporary mechanic is certified as qualified and competent to perform work under chapter 70.87 RCW and this chapter.

     (2) Complete and submit a department-approved application.

     (((a) Applications received before October 1, 2004. If an applicant who meets subsection (1)(d)(i)(A) of this section, who applies before October 1, 2004, and is required to take an examination under the provisions of this section, the applicant may perform the duties of a licensed elevator mechanic until the applicant has been provided notice by the department of the results of his/her examination.

     (b) Applications received on or after October 1, 2004.)) An applicant who is required to take an examination under the provisions of this section may not perform the duties of a licensed elevator mechanic until the applicant has been notified by the department that he/she has passed the examination.

     (3) Pay the fees specified in WAC 296-96-00922.

     (4) The department may deny application of a license under this section if the applicant owes outstanding final judgments to the department or does not meet the minimum criteria established in the elevator laws and rules.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. 04-12-047, § 296-96-00906, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 04-12-047, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04)

WAC 296-96-00910   What are the elevator mechanic license categories?   The following are the licensing categories for qualified elevator mechanics or temporary elevator mechanics:

     (1) Category (01): A general elevator mechanic license encompasses mechanical and electrical operation, construction, installation, alteration, maintenance, inspection, relocation, and repair of all types of elevators and other conveyances in any location covered under chapter 70.87 RCW and this chapter.

     (2) Category (02): This license is limited to the mechanical and electrical operation, construction, installation, alteration, maintenance, inspection, relocation, and repair of the following commercial and residential conveyances:

     (a) ((Wheelchair lifts;

     (b) Dumbwaiters; and

     (c) Incline chairlifts.

Note: Work experience on residential conveyances in (a)(i), (ii), and (iii) of this subsection may not be applied toward the category (02) license requirements.))
     Residential conveyances:

     (i) Wheelchair lifts;

     (ii) Dumbwaiters;

     (iii) Incline chairlifts; and

     (iv) Residential elevators;

     (b) Commercial conveyances:

     (i) Wheelchair lifts;

     (ii) Dumbwaiters; and

     (iii) Incline chairlifts.

     (3) Category (03): This license is limited to the mechanical and electrical operation, construction, installation, alteration, maintenance, inspection, relocation, and repair of the following conveyances in industrial sites and grain terminals:

     (a) Electric and hand powered manlifts;

     (b) Special purpose elevators; and

     (c) Belt manlifts.

     (4) Category (04): This license is limited to the mechanical and electrical operation, construction, installation, alteration, maintenance, inspection, relocation, and repair of the following conveyances:

     (a) Temporary personnel hoists;

     (b) Temporary material hoists; and

     (c) Special purpose elevators.

     (5) Category (05): This license is limited to the mechanical and electrical operation, construction, installation, alteration, maintenance, inspection, relocation, and repair of material lifts.

     (6) Category (06):

     (a) This license is limited to the mechanical and electrical operation, construction, installation, alteration, maintenance, inspection, relocation, and repair of the following conveyances:

     (i) Residential wheelchair lifts;

     (ii) Residential dumbwaiters; and

     (iii) Residential incline chairlifts.

     (b) Work experience on conveyances in (a)(i), (ii), and (iii) of this subsection may not be all inclusively applied toward the category (02) license requirements.


Note: Maintenance work performed by the owner or at the direction of the owner is exempted from licensing requirements provided that the owner resides in the residence at which the conveyance is located and the conveyance is not accessible to the general public. Such exempt work does not count toward work experience for licensure.

     (7) Category (07): This license is limited to the mechanical and electrical operation, construction, installation, alteration, maintenance, inspection, relocation, and repair of residential inclined elevators.


Note: Maintenance work performed by the owner or at the direction of the owner is exempted from licensing requirements provided that the owner resides in the residence at which the conveyance is located and the conveyance is not accessible to the general public. Such exempt work does not count toward work experience for licensure.

     (8) Category (08): This license is limited to maintenance of all conveyances and is further limited to employees of public agencies to obtain and maintain the license. This work should not count towards other licenses.

     (9) Category (09): This temporary license is limited to the mechanical and electrical operation, construction, installation, alteration, maintenance, inspection, relocation, and repair of conveyances. This license is limited to individuals that are certified as qualified and competent by licensed elevator contractors. The individual must be an employee of the licensed elevator contractor. The contractor shall furnish acceptable proof of competency as the department may require. Each license must recite that it is valid for a period of thirty days from the date of issuance and for such particular elevators or geographical areas as the department may designate, and otherwise entitles the licensee to the rights and privileges of an elevator mechanic license issued under chapter 70.87 RCW and this chapter.


Note: See policy number 07-01.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. 04-12-047, § 296-96-00910, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 04-12-047, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04)

WAC 296-96-00924   What procedures does the department follow when issuing a civil penalty for licensing violations?   (1) If the department determines that an individual has violated the licensing requirements of chapter 70.87 RCW or this chapter, the department may issue a civil penalty describing the reasons for the violation(s). The department may issue a civil penalty to:

     (a) A person who is advertising, offering to do work or submitting a bid to perform conveyance work, or employing elevator mechanics and does not have a valid elevator contractor's license as required under chapter 70.87 RCW or this chapter; or

     (b) An individual who is working under chapter 70.87 RCW or this chapter and does not have a valid elevator mechanic license.

     (2) A person may appeal a civil penalty issued under chapter 70.87 RCW or this chapter.

     (((3) The following enforcement schedule will be used for licenses issued under chapter 70.87 RCW and this chapter:

     (a) July 1, 2004, through September 30, 2004. Any individual, firm, or company that is found in violation of the licensing requirements will be notified of the violation and be allowed ten calendar days to make application with the department to avoid being issued a civil penalty. If the individual, firm, or company does not make application within ten calendar days they will be issued a civil penalty.

     (b) On or after October 1, 2004. Any individual, firm, or company that is found in violation of the licensing requirements may be issued a civil penalty.))

[Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. 04-12-047, § 296-96-00924, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 04-12-047, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04)

WAC 296-96-00926   What are the civil (monetary) penalties for violating the licensing requirements of chapter 70.87 RCW or this chapter?   (1) A person cited for a violation under chapter 70.87 RCW or this chapter may be assessed a civil (monetary) penalty based upon the following schedule:


First Violation $500.00
Each additional Violation $500.00

     (2) Each day a person, firm or company is in violation may be considered a separate violation.

     (3) Each job site at which a person is in violation may be considered a separate violation.

     (4) The department must serve notice by certified mail to a person for a violation of chapter 70.87 RCW or this chapter. A violation will be considered served on the date it is mailed to his or her last known address on record with the department.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. 04-12-047, § 296-96-00926, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04.]

PART B-1 - ((REGULATIONS AND FEES FOR ALL ELEVATORS,

DUMBWAITERS, ESCALATORS AND OTHER CONVEYANCES)) PERMIT REGULATIONS AND FEES, PENALTIES AND INSPECTION TYPES FOR ALL CONVEYANCES
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 04-12-047, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04)

WAC 296-96-01000   What is the permit process for conveyances?   (1) Prior ((to the start of the construction, alteration, or relocation of all conveyances (this includes both private residence and commercial conveyances) plans must be submitted to and approved by the department. See WAC 296-96-01030.

     (2) Prior to construction, alteration, or relocation of any conveyance, you must get an installation permit from the department. See WAC 296-96-01010 through 296-96-01025.

     (3) Your conveyance must be inspected upon completion of the construction, alteration, or relocation. See WAC 296-96-01035.

     (4) You must obtain and renew an annual operating permit for each conveyance that you own, except for residential conveyances. See WAC 296-96-01065.

     (5) After initial purchase and inspection private residence conveyance(s) do not require an annual permit. However, annual inspections may be conducted upon request. See WAC 296-96-01065 for the associated fees)) to construction, alteration, or relocation of any conveyance, the licensed elevator contractor shall:

     (a) Submit an installation application to the department. See WAC 296-96-01010 through 296-96-01025.

     (b) Plans must be submitted to and approved by the department. See WAC 296-96-01030.


EXCEPTION:		 Most alterations will not require plans.

     (c) Post an approved permit from the department on the job site.

     (d) Obtain and pass an inspection prior to placing the conveyance in service. See WAC 296-96-01035.

     (2) The owner must obtain and renew an annual operating certificate for each conveyance that they own, except for residential conveyances. See WAC 296-96-01065.

     (3) After initial purchase and inspection, private residence conveyance(s) do not require an annual operating certificate. However, annual inspections may be conducted upon request. See WAC 296-96-01045 for the permit process.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. 04-12-047, § 296-96-01000, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04. Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185 and chapter 70.87 RCW. 01-02-026, § 296-96-01000, filed 12/22/00, effective 1/22/01.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 07-11-128, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/30/07)

WAC 296-96-01005   When do I need and what are the steps in obtaining a permit?   (1) ((You must obtain a permit from the department before you begin constructing, altering or relocating any conveyance. To obtain your permit, you need to complete the permit application and pay the appropriate fee. Once your application is approved, a permit will be issued and you may begin work on your project.)) See WAC 296-96-01000 for the permit process.

     (2) Construction and alteration permits are valid for one year from the date of issue. However, permits may be renewed if you:

     (a) Apply for a renewal permit before your current permit expires;

     (b) The department approves your request for a renewal permit; and

     (c) You pay a $51.60 renewal fee to the department for each permit you renew;

     (3) If your permit has expired you must reapply for a new permit.

     (4) ((You are not required to obtain permits and pay fees for repairs and replacement associated with normal functions and necessary maintenance done with parts of equivalent materials, strength and design; or for any conveyance exempted by RCW 70.87.200.)) See WAC 296-96-01006 for work requiring a permit.

[Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.27, 18.106, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 07-11-128, § 296-96-01005, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/30/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. 04-12-047, § 296-96-01005, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.22.350, 43.22.434, 43.22.480, 43.22.500, 70.87.030, 18.106.070, 18.106.125, 2001 c 7, and chapters 18.106, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 03-12-045, § 296-96-01005, filed 5/30/03, effective 6/30/03. Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185 and chapter 70.87 RCW. 01-02-026, § 296-96-01005, filed 12/22/00, effective 1/22/01.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 04-12-047, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04)

WAC 296-96-01006   What type of conveyance work requires permitting and inspection?   (1) All installations and relocation of conveyances requires permitting and inspection. All conveyance work must be performed by an elevator mechanic licensed to perform work in the appropriate category. (See WAC 296-96-00910).

     (2) All alterations ((and other conveyance work)) require((s)) permitting ((and)), inspection, and must include((s)) but ((is)) are not limited to:

     (a) Items identified in ASME A17.1.

     (b) Any conveyance work that requires the conveyance to be tested prior to being returned to service, including:

     (i) The replacement or repair of any parts, the installation of which would require recalibration or testing (e.g., brakes, hydraulic valves and piping, safeties, door reopening devices, governors, communication systems, cab interiors, car/hall buttons, etc.); or

     (ii) Work performed on components or equipment affecting or necessary for fire and life safety (e.g., cab interiors, systems associated with fire recall, etc.).

     (3) Permits and fees are not required for normal function and necessary maintenance and repair performed with parts of equivalent materials, strength, and design or for any conveyance exempted by RCW 70.87.200.

     Contact the department if you have any questions or need assistance determining if a permit and inspection are required.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. 04-12-047, § 296-96-01006, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 04-12-047, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04)

WAC 296-96-01009   Who can purchase a permit?   The department may only issue a permit for conveyance work to a licensed elevator contractor.

     Permits are only required for alterations, relocations and installations. ((Beginning with the effective date of these rules, the homeowner will no longer be allowed to purchase a permit.))

[Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. 04-12-047, § 296-96-01009, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 07-11-128, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/30/07)

WAC 296-96-01010   What are the installation permit fees for conveyances, material lifts, and hoists and how are they calculated?   Installation permit fees are based on the total cost of the conveyance and the labor to install the conveyance. The following permit fees apply to the construction or relocation of all conveyances and material lifts:

TOTAL COST OF CONVEYANCE FEE
$0 to and including $1,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . $54.60
$1,001 to and including $5,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . $81.90
$5,001 to and including $7,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . $136.70
$7,001 to and including $10,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . $164.10
$10,001 to and including $15,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . $218.90
OVER $15,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . $306.50 plus
Each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof . . . . . . . . . . . . $7.60

[Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.27, 18.106, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 07-11-128, § 296-96-01010, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/30/07. Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.106, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 06-10-066, § 296-96-01010, filed 5/2/06, effective 6/30/06. Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.27, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 05-12-032, § 296-96-01010, filed 5/24/05, effective 6/30/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. 04-12-047, § 296-96-01010, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.22.350, 43.22.434, 43.22.480, 43.22.500, 18.27.040, 18.27.070, 18.27.075, 70.87.030, 19.28.041, 19.28.051, 19.28.101, 19.28.121, 19.28.161, 19.28.201, 19.28.211, 19.28.341, 2001 c 7, 2002 c 249, and chapters 19.28, 43.22, 18.27, and 70.87 RCW. 02-12-022, § 296-96-01010, filed 5/28/02, effective 6/28/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.22.350, 43.22.434, 43.22.480, 43.22.500, 18.27.070, 18.27.075, 70.87.030, 19.28.041, 19.28.051, 19.28.101, 19.28.121, 19.28.161, 19.28.201, 19.28.211, 19.28.341, 2001 c 159, and chapters 43.22, 19.28, 18.27, and 70.87 RCW. 01-12-035, § 296-96-01010, filed 5/29/01, effective 6/29/01. Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185 and chapter 70.87 RCW. 01-02-026, § 296-96-01010, filed 12/22/00, effective 1/22/01.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 07-11-128, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/30/07)

WAC 296-96-01012   What are the permit fees for alterations to conveyances, material lifts, and hoists and how are they calculated?   Permit fees are based on the total cost of the equipment, materials and labor to perform the alteration. The following permit fees apply to the alteration of all conveyances and material lifts:

TOTAL COST OF ALTERATION FEE
$0 to and including $1,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . $54.60
$1,001 to and including $5,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . $81.90
$5,001 to and including $7,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . $136.70
$7,001 to and including $10,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . $164.10
$10,001 to and including $15,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . $218.90
OVER $15,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . $218.90
Each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof . . . . . . . . . . . . $7.60

[Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.27, 18.106, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 07-11-128, § 296-96-01012, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/30/07. Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.106, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 06-10-066, § 296-96-01012, filed 5/2/06, effective 6/30/06. Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.27, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 05-12-032, § 296-96-01012, filed 5/24/05, effective 6/30/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.22.350, 43.22.434, 43.22.480, 43.22.500, 18.27.040, 18.27.070, 18.27.075, 70.87.030, 19.28.041, 19.28.051, 19.28.101, 19.28.121, 19.28.161, 19.28.201, 19.28.211, 19.28.341, 2001 c 7, 2002 c 249, and chapters 19.28, 43.22, 18.27, and 70.87 RCW. 02-12-022, § 296-96-01012, filed 5/28/02, effective 6/28/02.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 02-12-022, filed 5/28/02, effective 6/28/02)

WAC 296-96-01025   What is the permit fee for personnel and material hoists?   The fee for each personnel hoist or material hoist installation is . . . . . . . . . . . . $((200.00)) 218.90

     See WAC 296-96-01035(2) for requirements for jumps.

Note: An operating ((permit)) certificate is also required for these types of conveyances.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.22.350, 43.22.434, 43.22.480, 43.22.500, 18.27.040, 18.27.070, 18.27.075, 70.87.030, 19.28.041, 19.28.051, 19.28.101, 19.28.121, 19.28.161, 19.28.201, 19.28.211, 19.28.341, 2001 c 7, 2002 c 249, and chapters 19.28, 43.22, 18.27, and 70.87 RCW. 02-12-022, § 296-96-01025, filed 5/28/02, effective 6/28/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185 and chapter 70.87 RCW. 01-02-026, § 296-96-01025, filed 12/22/00, effective 1/22/01.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 07-11-128, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/30/07)

WAC 296-96-01027   Are initial installation permit fees refundable?   Your initial installation permit fees are refundable if the installation work has not been performed, minus a processing fee, unless your permits have expired. No refunds will be issued for expired permits. All requests for refunds must be submitted in writing to the elevator section and must identify the specific permits and the reasons for which the refunds are requested.


The processing fee for each refund is . . . . . . . . . . . . $32.70

[Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.27, 18.106, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 07-11-128, § 296-96-01027, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/30/07. Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.106, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 06-10-066, § 296-96-01027, filed 5/2/06, effective 6/30/06. Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.27, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 05-12-032, § 296-96-01027, filed 5/24/05, effective 6/30/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. 04-12-047, § 296-96-01027, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.22.350, 43.22.434, 43.22.480, 43.22.500, 18.27.040, 18.27.070, 18.27.075, 70.87.030, 19.28.041, 19.28.051, 19.28.101, 19.28.121, 19.28.161, 19.28.201, 19.28.211, 19.28.341, 2001 c 7, 2002 c 249, and chapters 19.28, 43.22, 18.27, and 70.87 RCW. 02-12-022, § 296-96-01027, filed 5/28/02, effective 6/28/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.22.350, 43.22.434, 43.22.480, 43.22.500, 18.27.070, 18.27.075, 70.87.030, 19.28.041, 19.28.051, 19.28.101, 19.28.121, 19.28.161, 19.28.201, 19.28.211, 19.28.341, 2001 c 159, and chapters 43.22, 19.28, 18.27, and 70.87 RCW. 01-12-035, § 296-96-01027, filed 5/29/01, effective 6/29/01. Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185 and chapter 70.87 RCW. 01-02-026, § 296-96-01027, filed 12/22/00, effective 1/22/01.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 07-11-128, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/30/07)

WAC 296-96-01030   What is the process for installation and alteration plan approval?   Prior to the start of construction, ((you)) the applicant must submit to the department for approval two copies of plans for new installations or major alterations. To be approved, the plan must comply with the latest adopted edition of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable Washington Administrative Codes (WAC). In addition, the plans must include all information necessary in determining whether each installation/alteration complies with all applicable codes. ((You)) The permit holder must keep a copy of the approved plan on the job site until the department has witnessed all acceptance tests. Any alterations to the approved plan must be submitted to the department for approval before a final inspection will be conducted. The nonrefundable fees for reviewing your plans are:


For each installation/major alteration . . . . . . . . . . . . $27.20

If more than two sets of plans are submitted, the fee for each additional set . . . . . . . . . . . . $10.80

[Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.27, 18.106, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 07-11-128, § 296-96-01030, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/30/07. Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.106, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 06-10-066, § 296-96-01030, filed 5/2/06, effective 6/30/06. Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.27, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 05-12-032, § 296-96-01030, filed 5/24/05, effective 6/30/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.22.350, 43.22.434, 43.22.480, 43.22.500, 70.87.030, 18.106.070, 18.106.125, 2001 c 7, and chapters 18.106, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 03-12-045, § 296-96-01030, filed 5/30/03, effective 6/30/03. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.22.350, 43.22.434, 43.22.480, 43.22.500, 18.27.040, 18.27.070, 18.27.075, 70.87.030, 19.28.041, 19.28.051, 19.28.101, 19.28.121, 19.28.161, 19.28.201, 19.28.211, 19.28.341, 2001 c 7, 2002 c 249, and chapters 19.28, 43.22, 18.27, and 70.87 RCW. 02-12-022, § 296-96-01030, filed 5/28/02, effective 6/28/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.22.350, 43.22.434, 43.22.480, 43.22.500, 18.27.070, 18.27.075, 70.87.030, 19.28.041, 19.28.051, 19.28.101, 19.28.121, 19.28.161, 19.28.201, 19.28.211, 19.28.341, 2001 c 159, and chapters 43.22, 19.28, 18.27, and 70.87 RCW. 01-12-035, § 296-96-01030, filed 5/29/01, effective 6/29/01. Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185 and chapter 70.87 RCW. 01-02-026, § 296-96-01030, filed 12/22/00, effective 1/22/01.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 07-11-128, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/30/07)

WAC 296-96-01035   Are there inspection fees?   Yes. The initial inspection(s) of a conveyance or for the initial inspection of construction, alteration or relocation of a conveyance is included with your permit fee. Once the department has approved the initial installation of the conveyance you will be issued a temporary operating ((permit)) certificate that is valid for 30 days. Prior to the expiration of the 30-day ((permit)) temporary operating certificate the application for an annual operating ((permit)) certificate and the appropriate fees must be paid to the department. Once the department has received the appropriate fees and application ((you)) the owner will be issued ((your)) the first annual operating ((permit)) certificate. ((You are)) The owner or owners' representative will receive an invoice from the department for renewal. The owner is required to renew ((your)) the annual operating ((permit)) certificate yearly.

     The following inspections require an additional inspection fee:

     (1) Reinspection. If a conveyance does not pass an initial inspection and an additional inspection is required, the fee for each reinspection of a conveyance is $109.40 per conveyance plus $53.10 per hour for each hour in addition to the first hour.

     The department may waive reinspection fees.

     (2) Inspecting increases in the height (jumping) of personnel and material hoists.

     The fee for inspecting an increase in the height (jumping) of each personnel hoist or material hoist is $109.40 plus $54.60 per hour for each hour in addition to 2 hours. This fee is for inspections occurring during regular working hours.

     The permit holder may be allowed to operate a hoist prior to the jump inspection if:

     (a) The electrical limits will not allow the lift to operate above the previously inspected landing.

     (b) The state elevator inspector is contacted, agrees and can schedule within 3 days.

     (3) Variance inspections.

     (a) The fee for an on-site variance inspection is $164.10 per conveyance plus $54.60 per hour for each hour in addition to 2 hours. This fee is for inspections occurring during regular working hours.

     (b) The fee for a variance that does not require an on-site inspection is $54.60 per conveyance. The individual requesting the variance must provide the department with pictures, documentation, or other information necessary for the department to review the variance. The department may conduct an on-site variance inspection to verify the information provided or if it determines that an inspection is necessary. If an on-site variance inspection is performed, the fees in (a) of this subsection will apply.

     (4) "Red tag" status fee. The annual fee for a conveyance in "Red tag" status is $27.20.


Note: You must provide the department with written approval from the building official, indicating that the conveyance is not required for building occupancy, when you apply to have the conveyance placed in voluntary red tag status.

     (5) Decommission inspection. The fee for performing a decommission inspection is $54.60. Once the decommission inspection has been performed and approved, the conveyance will no longer require annual inspections until such time that the conveyance is brought back into service. Prior to operating the conveyance, a new inspection and annual operating permit must be obtained.

     (6) Voluntary inspections by request. The owner or potential purchaser of a building within the department's jurisdiction may request a voluntary inspection of a conveyance. The fee for this inspection will be $109.40 per conveyance and $54.60 per hour for each hour in addition to 2 hours plus the standard per diem and mileage allowance granted to department inspectors. The owner/potential purchaser requesting the voluntary inspection will not be subject to any penalties based on the inspector's findings.

[Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.27, 18.106, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 07-11-128, § 296-96-01035, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/30/07. Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.106, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 06-10-066, § 296-96-01035, filed 5/2/06, effective 6/30/06. Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.27, 43.22, and 70.87 RCW. 05-12-032, § 296-96-01035, filed 5/24/05, effective 6/30/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. 04-12-047, § 296-96-01035, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.22.350, 43.22.434, 43.22.480, 43.22.500, 18.27.040, 18.27.070, 18.27.075, 70.87.030, 19.28.041, 19.28.051, 19.28.101, 19.28.121, 19.28.161, 19.28.201, 19.28.211, 19.28.341, 2001 c 7, 2002 c 249, and chapters 19.28, 43.22, 18.27, and 70.87 RCW. 02-12-022, § 296-96-01035, filed 5/28/02, effective 6/28/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.22.350, 43.22.434, 43.22.480, 43.22.500, 18.27.070, 18.27.075, 70.87.030, 19.28.041, 19.28.051, 19.28.101, 19.28.121, 19.28.161, 19.28.201, 19.28.211, 19.28.341, 2001 c 159, and chapters 43.22, 19.28, 18.27, and 70.87 RCW. 01-12-035, § 296-96-01035, filed 5/29/01, effective 6/29/01. Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185 and chapter 70.87 RCW. 01-02-026, § 296-96-01035, filed 12/22/00, effective 1/22/01.]


AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 07-11-128, filed 5/22/07, effective 6/30/07)

WAC 296-96-01045   What are the inspection requirements and fees for conveyances in private residences?   (1) Chapter 70.87 RCW requires the department to inspect all new, altered or relocated conveyances operated exclusively for single-family use in private residences. Prior to ((inspection, you)) installation, a licensed elevator contractor must complete a permit application as described in WAC 296-96-01005 and pay the appropriate fee listed in WAC 296-96-01010.

     (2) Chapter 70.87 RCW allows the department to inspect conveyances operated exclusively for single-family use in private residences when the department is investigating an accident or an alleged or apparent violation of the statute or these rules.

     (3) No annual inspection and operating ((permit)) certificate is required for a private residence conveyance operated exclusively for single-family use unless the owner requests it. When an owner requests an inspection and an annual operating ((permit)) certificate, the following fee must be paid prior to an inspection:


TYPE OF CONVEYANCE FEE
Each inclined stairway chair lift in private residence . . . . . . . . . . . . $25.50
Each inclined wheel chair lift in a private residence . . . . . . . . . . . . $25.50
Each vertical wheel chair lift in a private residence . . . . . . . . . . . . $32.20
Each dumbwaiter in a private residence . . . . . . . . . . . . $25.50