Washington Administrative Code Title 296 - Labor and Industries, Department of
Washington Administrative Code (WAC) Title 296 governs the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) in Washington State. It is one of the largest and most comprehensive titles in the WAC, containing numerous chapters related to workplace safety, labor standards, workers’ compensation, contractor compliance, and other labor-related topics.
🔹 Overview of WAC Title 296:
WAC Title 296 contains rules adopted by the Department of Labor and Industries to implement state laws in areas such as:
Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH/OSHA)
Workplace safety standards across various industries (e.g., construction, agriculture, manufacturing).
Examples:
WAC 296-155 — Safety Standards for Construction Work
WAC 296-307 — Agriculture Safety
WAC 296-800 — General Safety and Health Standards
Workers’ Compensation
Regulations on claims, benefits, and premium rates.
Rules for employers and third-party administrators.
Example: WAC 296-14 — Industrial Insurance (Workers' Compensation) Definitions
Wage and Hour Laws
Minimum wage, overtime, meal and rest breaks, and youth employment rules.
Example: WAC 296-126 — Employment Standards
Apprenticeship and Prevailing Wage
Rules governing registered apprenticeship programs.
Determination and enforcement of prevailing wages on public works.
Examples:
WAC 296-05 — Apprenticeship
WAC 296-127 — Prevailing Wages
Contractor Registration & Trades Licensing
Requirements for licensing and registration of construction and electrical contractors, plumbers, etc.
Examples:
WAC 296-200A — Contractor Registration
WAC 296-46B — Electrical Safety Standards
Boilers, Elevators, and Pressure Vessels
Safety inspections and code enforcement for mechanical systems.
Examples:
WAC 296-104 — Boilers and Unfired Pressure Vessels
WAC 296-96 — Elevator Rules
Other Safety and Labor Areas
Ergonomics, hazardous substances, asbestos removal, confined spaces, and more.
🔍 Example Chapters in Title 296
| Chapter | Title |
|---|---|
| 296-17 | General Reporting Rules, Audit and Classification |
| 296-62 | General Occupational Health Standards |
| 296-307 | Agriculture Safety Standards |
| 296-305 | Safety Standards for Firefighters |
| 296-46B | Electrical Rules |
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