L&I Rules

Accident Prevention Program

• Accident Prevention Program: WAC 296-800-140. (leg.wa.gov)
• Other applicable rules in Safety and Health Core Rules  Chapter 296-800 WAC.

Biological

• Sanitation and Hygiene Facilities and Procedures - WAC 296-800-230: (leg.wa.gov)
  • Bathrooms and washing facilities WAC 296-800-23020 through 23025 (leg.wa.gov).

Emergency

• Emergencies: Employee emergency plans and fire prevention plans - WAC 296-24-567 (leg.wa.gov).
• Exit Routes and Employee Alarm Systems - WAC 296-800-310 (leg.wa.gov).
• Fire Safety: Portable Fire Extinguishers - WAC 296-800-300 (leg.wa.gov).
• First Aid  (includes Emergency Washing Facilities) - WAC 296-800-150 (leg.wa.gov).

Physical Safety & Health

• Electrical Safety: Basic Electrical Rules - WAC 296-800-280 (leg.wa.gov).
• Motor Vehicles - WAC 296-865

Specific Workplaces and Activities

• Nonagricultural employment of minors  Chapter 296-125, WAC. (Leg.wa.gov)
  • Prohibited and Hazardous Employment for All Minors WAC 296-125-030. (Leg.wa.gov)
  • Additional restrictions for minors under the age of 16 WAC 296-125-033. (Leg.wa.gov)

Agency Procedures, Enforcement Guidance & Explanatory Interpretations

These directives are written by the department to instruct L&I staff and/or external users on program procedures and explanatory interpretations of the regulations.

• Bathroom and Toilet Facility Access DOSH Directive 5.98
• Driving by Minors in Non-Agricultural Jobs (ES.C.4.3)
• Emergency Washing Facilities  DOSH Directive 13.00
• Workplace Violence Policy - WISHA Regional Directive (WRD 5.05)

How can I get help from L&I?

• To request a confidential workplace safety or health consultation, call or visit http://www.lni.wa.gov/Safety/Basics/Assistance/Consultation/about.asp for no charge technical assistance.
• For help with controlling your claims costs, call or visit http://www.lni.wa.gov/Safety/Basics/Assistance/Consultation/riskmanagement.asp for a no charge risk management consultation.
• Find information about filing a workplace safety & health complaint you may call or visit a local L&I office to file a complaint.
• Follow guidance in Steps To a Safe Workplace to create your safety program from scratch.
• For general information, call 1-800-423-7233.