Revised Code of Washington
2024 Archive

Chapter 19.28 RCW
ELECTRICIANS AND ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS
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PROVISIONS APPLICABLE TO ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS
19.28.006Definitions.
19.28.010Electrical wiring requirementsGeneralExceptions.
19.28.021Disputes regarding local regulationsArbitrationAppeal.
19.28.031Rules, regulations, and standards.
19.28.041License requiredGeneral or specialty licensesFeesApplicationBond or cash deposit.
19.28.051ExaminationsFees.
19.28.061Electrical contractorsDesignee of firm to take master electrician or administrator's examinationAdministrator's certificateFeeCertificate duration, denial, renewal, nontransferableMaster electrician or administrator's duties.
19.28.071Licensee's bondAction onPrioritiesCash deposit, payment from.
19.28.081ActionsLocal permitsProof of licensure.
19.28.091LicensingExemptions.
19.28.095Equipment repair specialtyScope of work.
19.28.101InspectionsNotice to repair and changeDisconnectionEntryConcealmentAccessibilityConnection to utilityPermits, feesLimitationWaiver of provisions during state of emergency.
19.28.111Nonconforming installationsDisputesReference to board.
19.28.121BoardRequest for rulingFeeCosts.
19.28.131Specialty electrical contractor licenseWritten warning, penaltyViolations of RCW 19.28.010 through 19.28.141 and 19.28.311 through 19.28.361Schedule of penaltiesAppeal.
19.28.141RCW 19.28.101 inapplicable in certain cities and towns, electricity supply agency service areas, and rights-of-way of state highways.
19.28.151RCW 19.28.010 through 19.28.141 and 19.28.311 through 19.28.361 inapplicable to telegraph or telephone companies exercising certain functions.
19.28.161CertificationApprentices and traineesSupervisionRatio of noncertified and certified workersTrainee hours verification.
19.28.171Electrical trainee hoursAuditRulesConfidentiality.
19.28.181Application for certificate of competency.
19.28.191Certificate of competencyEligibility for examinationRules.
19.28.195ExaminationException for lawful work experience and training school program completion.
19.28.201ExaminationTimesCertification of resultsContentsFees.
19.28.205In-class education requirements.
19.28.211Certificate of competencyIssuanceRenewalContinuing educationFeesEffect.
19.28.221Persons engaged in trade or business on July 16, 1973.
19.28.231Temporary permits.
19.28.241Revocation of certificate of competencyGroundsProcedure.
19.28.251Powers and duties of directorAdministration of RCW 19.28.161 through 19.28.271 by the department.
19.28.261Exemptions from RCW 19.28.161 through 19.28.271.
19.28.265Licensing, certification, and inspectionExemptionsModificationsIndustrial equipment defined.
19.28.271Violations of RCW 19.28.161 through 19.28.271Schedule of penaltiesAppeal.
19.28.281Electric vehicle infrastructureRule adoption.
19.28.291Violations of chapterIssuance of subpoenasApplication.
PROVISIONS APPLICABLE TO ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS AND
TELECOMMUNICATIONS INSTALLATIONS
19.28.301ApplicationSubchapter heading.
19.28.311Electrical board.
19.28.321EnforcementState electrical inspectorsQualificationsSalaries and expenses.
19.28.325EnforcementLocal authorityPenaltiesAppeals.
19.28.331Inspection reports.
19.28.341Revocation or suspension of licenseGroundsAppeal to boardFeeCosts.
19.28.351Electrical license fund.
19.28.361Liability for injury or damage.
19.28.371Medical deviceInstallation, maintenance, or repairCompliance with chapterLimit of exemption.
19.28.381Denial of renewal of certificate or license for outstanding penaltiesNoticeAppealHearing.
PROVISIONS APPLICABLE TO TELECOMMUNICATIONS INSTALLATIONS
19.28.400Definitions.
19.28.410Telecommunications systems installationsSubject to this subchapter.
19.28.420Telecommunications contractor licenseApplicationBondIssuance of license.
19.28.430Administrator's examinationCertificateAdministrator's requirements.
19.28.440Examination for telecommunications administrators' certificates.
19.28.450Local enforcement of subchapterEnforcement of chapter.
19.28.460Disputes regarding local regulationsArbitrationPanel.
19.28.470InspectionsReportRequired repairs/changesAccessibility of telecommunications systems.
19.28.480Unlawful actsInterpretation of chapter.
19.28.490Violation of chapterPenaltyAppeal.
19.28.501Insurance/financial responsibility.
19.28.511Individual certification not required.
19.28.521Limitation of actionProof of valid license required.
19.28.531Unlawful installation/maintenanceDisputed interpretationBoard to determine methods.
19.28.541Entity desiring board decisionProcess.
19.28.551Director's authorityAdoption of rules.
19.28.910Effective date1963 c 207.
NOTES:
Electrical construction: Chapter 19.29 RCW.
State building code: Chapter 19.27 RCW.