The rules in this chapter apply to any public service company that meets the requirements for commission regulation or jurisdiction under RCW 80.04.010. The rules do not apply to a local exchange company that serves less than two percent of the access lines in the state of Washington. Other local exchange companies should also refer to commission orders specifying the appropriate treatment of transfers of property.

The commission may waive or modify the application of any rule to a public service company upon written request or upon the commission's own motion, except when such provisions are fixed by statute. The waiver or modification must be approved by the commission in writing. Violations of these rules will be subject to the penalty provisions of chapter 80.04 RCW.