Accident Prevention

An Accident Prevention Program (APP) is the first step in providing a safe and healthy workplace for your employees. This plan will help you and your employees identify and eliminate workplace hazards, and can help you reduce the number of injuries your employees may receive.

Q: Do I have to have an APP at my workplace?
A: Yes, you do. All employers in Washington state must have a written APP.

Regulation & Policy

• WAC 296-800-140  Accident Prevention Program - Safety and Health Core Rules

Industry Specific Rules

• WAC 296-307-030 - Farms and other agricultural work
• WAC 296-155-110 - Construction work
• WAC 296-800-140 - Core rules
• WAC 296-305-01505 - Fire fighters
• WAC 296-832-20005 - Late night retail
• WAC 296-54-515 - Logging
• WAC 296-56-60009 - Longshore and Stevedore work
• WAC 296-800-HT4 - Requirements table, helpful tool
• WAC 296-78-525 - Sawmills
  

Resources

• Accident Prevention Program (APP) Guide - Includes sample programs for use in developing or updating an APP for your own workplace.

Ask an Expert

• Email a Specialist - If you have questions about Accident Prevention Programs.