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Chapter 70.87 RCW

ELEVATORS, LIFTING DEVICES, AND MOVING WALKS

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Sections

HTMLPDF 70.87.010Definitions.
HTMLPDF 70.87.020Conveyances to be safe and in conformity with law.
HTMLPDF 70.87.030Rules—Waivers during state of emergency.
HTMLPDF 70.87.034Additional powers of department.
HTMLPDF 70.87.036Powers of attorney general.
HTMLPDF 70.87.040Privately and publicly owned conveyances are subject to chapter.
HTMLPDF 70.87.050Conveyances in buildings occupied by state, county, or political subdivision.
HTMLPDF 70.87.060Responsibility for operation and maintenance of equipment and for periodic tests.
HTMLPDF 70.87.070Serial numbers.
HTMLPDF 70.87.080Permits—When required—Application for—Posting.
HTMLPDF 70.87.090Operating permits—Limited permits—Duration—Posting.
HTMLPDF 70.87.100Conveyance work to be performed by elevator contractors—Acceptance tests—Inspections.
HTMLPDF 70.87.110Exceptions authorized.
HTMLPDF 70.87.120Inspectors—Inspections and reinspections—Suspension or revocation of permit—Order to discontinue use—Penalties—Investigation by department—Waiver of provisions during state of emergency.
HTMLPDF 70.87.125Suspension or revocation of license or permit—Grounds—Notice—Stay of suspension or revocation—Removal of suspension or reinstatement of license or permit.
HTMLPDF 70.87.140Operation without permit enjoinable.
HTMLPDF 70.87.145Order to discontinue operation—Notice—Conditions—Contents of order—Recision of order—Violation—Penalty—Random inspections.
HTMLPDF 70.87.170Review of department action in accordance with administrative procedure act.
HTMLPDF 70.87.180Violations.
HTMLPDF 70.87.185Penalty for violation of chapter—Rules—Notice.
HTMLPDF 70.87.190Accidents—Report and investigation—Cessation of use—Removal of damaged parts.
HTMLPDF 70.87.200Exemptions.
HTMLPDF 70.87.205Resolution of disputes by arbitration—Appointment of arbitrators—Procedure—Decision—Enforcement.
HTMLPDF 70.87.210Deposit of moneys from chapter.
HTMLPDF 70.87.220Elevator safety advisory committee.
HTMLPDF 70.87.230Conveyance work—Who may perform—Possession of license and identification.
HTMLPDF 70.87.240Elevator contractor license, elevator mechanic license—Qualifications—Reciprocity.
HTMLPDF 70.87.245Material lift mechanic license.
HTMLPDF 70.87.250Licenses—Renewals—Fees—Temporary licenses—Continuing education—Records.
HTMLPDF 70.87.260Liability not limited or assumed by state.
HTMLPDF 70.87.270Exemptions from licensure.
HTMLPDF 70.87.280License categories—Rules.
HTMLPDF 70.87.290Rules—Effective date.
HTMLPDF 70.87.305Private residence conveyances—Licensing requirements—Rules.
HTMLPDF 70.87.310Whistleblower—Identity to remain confidential.

Notes:

State building code: Chapter 19.27 RCW.