Variance from a chapter requirement.
The director may approve a variance from a chapter requirement pursuant to RCW
49.17.080 or
49.17.090:
(1) After an application for a variance is received;
(2) After the department has conducted an investigation;
(3) When conditions exist that make the requirement impractical to use; and
(4) When equivalent means of protection are provided.
Note: | Variance application forms may be obtained from and should be submitted to: Department of Labor and Industries, WISHA Services Division, Post Office Box 44650, Olympia, WA 98504-4650. |
[Statutory Authority: RCW
49.17.010,
49.17.040,
49.17.050, and
49.17.060. WSR 17-16-132, § 296-52-60120, filed 8/1/17, effective 9/1/17. Statutory Authority: RCW
49.17.010, [49.17].040, and [49.17].050. WSR 02-03-125, § 296-52-60120, filed 1/23/02, effective 3/1/02.]