L&I Rules

• 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. (409 KB PDF)
• Bloodborne Pathogens and Minors ES.C.4.2. (36 KB PDF)
• Driving by Minors in Non-Agricultural Jobs ES.C.4.3. (39 KB PDF)
• Personal Protective Equipment DOSH Directive 5.15. (331 KB PDF)
• Violence in the Workplace DOSH Directive 5.05. (219 KB PDF)

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.