PROPOSED RULES
Original Notice.
Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 12-10-019.
Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Ignition interlock breath alcohol devices.
Hearing Location(s): Washington State Patrol (WSP), Seattle Crime Laboratory, Large Conference Room, 2203 Airport Way South, Suite 250, Seattle, WA 98134-2028, on July 30, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.
Date of Intended Adoption: August 1, 2012.
Submit Written Comments to: Trooper Steve Luce, WSP Impaired Driving Section, 811 West Roanoke Street, Seattle, WA 98102, e-mail steve.luce@wsp.wa.gov, fax (206) 720-3246, by July 27, 2012.
Assistance for Persons with Disabilities: Contact Melissa Van Gorkom by July 20, 2012, (360) 596-4017.
Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Rule changes are needed to coincide with recent legislative changes in 2012 with the passage of SHB [2SHB] 2443. The changes include but may not be limited to establishing a fee process and providing other clean up to existing language in the chapter.
Reasons Supporting Proposal: Outlines procedures to coincide with recent legislative changes and provides clarification to existing language.
Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 43.43.395, 46.37.005, and 46.04.215.
Statute Being Implemented: RCW 43.43.395 and section 15, chapter 183, Laws of 2012.
Rule is not necessitated by federal law, federal or state court decision.
Name of Proponent: Washington state department of licensing, governmental.
Name of Agency Personnel Responsible for Drafting: Trooper Steve Luce, 811 East Roanoke Street, Seattle, WA 98102, (206) 720-3018; Implementation and Enforcement: Impaired Driving Section, 811 East Roanoke Street, Seattle, WA 98102, (206) 720-3018.
A small business economic impact statement has been prepared under chapter 19.85 RCW.
The purpose of this chapter is to outline the rules pertaining to all aspects of ignition interlock breath alcohol devices in the state of Washington.
The proposed amendments to this chapter include:
| • | WAC 204-50-030, removal and revising definitions: |
| (a) | Circumvention - revised. |
| (b) | Fees - added. |
| (c) | Manufacturer - revised. |
| (d) | Vendor - revised. |
| (e) | Violation Reset - revised. |
| • | WAC 204-50-040, revising language pertaining to the certification process of ignition interlock devices which includes the following: |
| (a) | Collection and payment of fees. |
| (b) | Field and laboratory testing. |
| (c) | Letter size map of state. |
| • | WAC 204-50-042, service centers. |
| (a) | Payment of fees. |
| (b) | Annual certification renewal and inspection. |
| (c) | Restricted driver training. |
| (d) | Provide copy of liability insurance for all vehicles and business license. |
| • | WAC 204-50-046, ignition interlock technicians. |
| (a) | Payment of fees. |
| (b) | Update background disqualifiers for ignition interlock technicians. |
| • | WAC 204-50-050, modifications to a certified ignition interlock device. |
| (a) | Requires notification of version changes. |
| (b) | Outlines that IDS will determination [determine] if recertifcation [recertification] of device is required. |
| • | WAC 204-50-070 and 204-50-080, calibration of the ignition interlock device (IID). |
| (a) | Terms - vendor, service center and ignition interlock technician, removed. Certification must be done by the manufacturer. |
| (b) | Calibration procedures to include an as found check and two consecutive accuracy checks. |
| (c) | Payment of fees. |
| (d) | IID Mail in program, removed. |
| • | WAC 204-50-090, device security. |
| (a) | Changes in the IID software and anticircumvention configuration will only be administered by the manufacturer. |
| (b) | Anticircumvention features must be used on all breath tests. |
| (c) | Remote access codes prohibited. |
| • | WAC 204-50-100, IID installation. |
| (a) | Payment of fees. |
| (b) | Use of forms. |
| (c) | Requirement to take a digital reference image or photograph upon installation of the IID. |
| • | WAC 204-50-110, mandatory IID operational features. |
| (a) | Allow four to five minutes for random breath test. |
| (b) | Term "rolling" replaced with "random." |
| (c) | Disconnect of the control head constitutes a violation reset and activation of the vehicle's horn. |
| (d) | Moves requirements for violation reset from definitions section to IID requirements section. |
| (e) | Requirements for camera or photo identification devices. |
| • | WAC 204-50-120, additional requirements: Removes
vendor or service center. |
| • | WAC 204-50-130, IID removal: Requires removal to
take place when a lessee is sixty [days] past due on
their account. |
| • | New section - fees. |
| (a) | Outlines that the patrol will maintain a fee schedule. |
| (b) | Requires all fees be collected and provided to the manufacturer within fifteen days following the end of the month. |
| (c) | Requires the manufacturer to submit electronic payment to the patrol within thirty days of the end of the calendar month in which they were collected electronically to the patrol. |
| (d) | Requires log/record of payments received. |
| (e) | Allows the patrol to review financial record/log as part of inspection. |
The impaired driving section has analyzed the proposed rule amendments and has determined that small businesses may be impacted by these changes, with some costs that may considered "more than minor" and disproportionate to some small businesses that provide certified ignition interlock devices.
All ignition interlock manufacturers maintaining a Washington state ignition interlock device certification will be required to comply with these proposed rule changes.
EVALUATION OF PROBABLE COSTS AND PROBABLE BENEFITS: Since the proposed amendments "make significant amendments to a policy or regulatory program" under RCW 34.05.328 (5)(c)(iii), IDS has determined the proposed rules to be "significant" as defined by the legislature.
As required by RCW 34.05.328 (1)(d), IDS has analyzed the probable costs and probable benefits of the proposed amendments, taking into account both the qualitative and quantitative benefits and costs.
COST OF COMPLIANCE: RCW 43.43.395 as amended during the 2012 legislative session states "When reasonable [reasonably] available in the area, as determined by the state patrol, an ignition interlock device must employ technology capable of taking a photo identification of the user giving the breath sample and recording on the photo the time the breath sample was given." WSP has reviewed availability of technology in the state of Washington and determined that it exists across the state as ignition interlock providers are already using this technology and is therefore including this requirement in the amended rules.
The ignition interlock community will also be subject to administrative fees as outlined in section 15, chapter 183, Laws of 2012. These fees will be established under a fee schedule by the patrol based on analysis of industry standards and cost.
Cost of Outcomes Evaluations.
Disproportionate Economic Impact Analysis: When there are more than minor costs to small businesses as a result of proposed rule changes, the Regulatory Fairness Act requires an analysis to be done comparing these expenses between small businesses and ten percent of the largest businesses. Of the six ignition interlock companies providing services in Washington state, five are national companies and would be considered large businesses. The sixth company, although national, is respresented [represented] by four small individually owned businesses. The proposed WAC changes focus on four areas:
1. The requirements for cameras and fees. These changes are the result of legislative change and the economic impact was addressed at that time. This WAC change addresses how the legislative action will be incorporated into the current system.
2. The WAC changes clarify current business practices to ensure greater uniformity between participating companies. There will be little economic impact on the providers.
3. The WAC clarifies the role of the manufacturer as the controlling entity for each interlock system and delineates the responsibilities of the manufacturer. For one company who works more independently from their manufacturer, this will require a change in business practice, but it is anticipated that the economic impact from this would be minor.
4. The proposed WAC change would require a change in the instrument's software. Five of the six certified ignition interlock devices certified in Washington function on a Windows based program which is easily programmed and therefore would have a minimal impact from the proposed changes. Those five certified devices service ninety-eight percent of the ignition interlocks installed in Washington state and would therefore be considered the larger businesses in the state.
The device owned by the four small businesses service two percent of the interlocks installed in Washington state and works on a DOS based program and that is not easily programmed. The manufacturer continues to be silent on whether reprogramming DOS based devices will be an issue. Therefore IDS is unsure whether this could result in a more than minor impact on the four small businesses, since the impact and cost for reprogramming is unknown due to the nonresponse of the manufacturer.
Consequently, we are unable at this time to determine the disproportionate cost impact on small businesses as it relates to costs associated with the software changes proposed but do recognized [recognize] that could be "more than minor." All six of the manufactures [manufacturers] provide instruments to a significant number of other states. Five of the six manufacturers have incurred the research and development (R&D) costs that would be required to meet the legislative intent. The manufacturer that supports the four small businesses has not incorporated the new technology required by the legislature. The cost of the R&D would be borne by the manufacturer. It is unknown what portion of this expense the manufacturer would pass on to the small businesses it supports.
Mitigating Expenses for Outcomes Evaluations: The patrol is implementing the software changes required by the proposed WAC to meet the intent of recent legislation. Some of the impacts outlined in this statement such as the fees cannot be mitigated as they are legislatively mandated. However, if in working with the manufacturers we find that portions of this proposal may be mitigated, the patrol will take that into consideration.
Summary of Benefits: The proposed rule changes will further enhance the credibility and integrity of the state ignition interlock program. These revisions will increase confidence in the program and add to the solid foundation of a program that has developed the best first offense ignition interlock laws in the nation. These revisions will further increase the safety of the thousands of citizens that travel on the public roadways in the state of Washington everyday.
JOBS CREATED OR LOST: The proposed WAC changes address changes to the operational features of the ignition interlock device and therefore should not have an impact on jobs created or lost.
CONCLUSION: IDS has given careful consideration to the impact on small businesses of proposed rules in chapter 204-50 WAC, Ignition interlock breath alcohol devices. In accordance with the Regulatory Fairness Act, chapter 19.85 RCW, IDS has analyzed impacts on small businesses and outlined the reasons for the costs and ways that cost can be mitigated.
Please contact Trooper Steve Luce if you have any questions at (206) 720-3018.
A copy of the statement may be obtained by contacting Trooper Steve Luce, WSP Impaired Driving Section, 811 East Roanoke Street, Seattle, WA 98102, phone (206) 720-3108 ext. 24106, fax (206) 720-3246, e-mail steve.luce@wsp.wa.gov.
A cost-benefit analysis is required under RCW 34.05.328. A preliminary cost-benefit analysis may be obtained by contacting Trooper Steve Luce, WSP Impaired Driving Section, 811 East Roanoke Street, Seattle, WA 98102, phone (206) 720-3108 ext. 24106, fax (206) 720-3246, e-mail steve.luce@wsp.wa.gov.
June 12, 2012
John R. Batiste
Chief
OTS-4853.1
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 10-24-074, filed 11/30/10,
effective 1/1/11)
WAC 204-50-030
Definitions.
The following definitions
will apply throughout this chapter:
(1) Alcohol - ((Means)) The unique chemical compound
ethyl alcohol. For the purpose of ignition interlock devices,
all devices will be specific for ethyl alcohol.
(2) Bogus sample - Any air sample that is altered, diluted, contaminated, stored, or filtered human breath, or which is obtained from an air compressor, hot air dryer, balloon, manual air pump, or other mechanical device, and is provided by an individual attempting to start or continue to operate a vehicle equipped with an ignition interlock device.
(3) Breath alcohol concentration BrAC - Is the amount of alcohol in a person's breath determined by chemical analysis, which shall be measured by grams of alcohol per 210 liters of breath.
(4) Certification - The testing and approval process required by RCW 46.04.215, 43.43.395 and chapter 204-50 WAC.
(5) Chief - The chief of the Washington state patrol or his or her designee.
(6) Circumvention - ((Means)) The attempted or successful
bypass of the proper functioning of an ignition interlock
device including, but not limited to((,)):
(a) The operation of a vehicle without a properly
functioning ignition interlock device((,));
(b) The push start of a vehicle with the ignition
interlock device((,));
(c) The disconnection of any part of the device including
the control head while the vehicle is in operation or
alteration of the ignition interlock device((,));
(d) The introduction of a bogus sample other than a
deep-lung sample from the driver of the vehicle((,));
(e) The introduction of an intentionally contaminated or
altered breath sample((,));
(f) The intentional disruption or blocking of a digital image identification device;
(g) The continued operation of the interlock vehicle after the ignition interlock device detects excess breath alcohol.
(7) Court (or originating court) - The particular Washington state court, if any, that has required the use of an ignition interlock device by a particular individual or has responsibility for the preconviction or postconviction supervision of an individual required to use or using the ignition interlock device.
(8) DOL - The department of licensing of the state of Washington.
(9) Fail level - The BrAC of .025 g/210L or a level set
by the originating court, if lower, at which the ignition
interlock device will prevent the operator from starting the
vehicle, and/or once the vehicle is started, the level at
which the operator must record a test below((, or must shut
off the vehicle, to avoid registering a violation reset)).
(10) Fee - Nonrefundable administrative fee set by schedule paid to the patrol by the manufacturer through electronic funds transfer.
(11) Ignition interlock device - An electronic device that is installed in a vehicle which requires submitting to a BrAC test prior to the starting of the vehicle and at periodic intervals after the engine has been started. If the ignition interlock device detects a BrAC test result below the alcohol setpoint, the ignition interlock device will allow the vehicle's ignition switch to start the engine. If the ignition interlock device detects a BrAC test result above the alcohol setpoint, the vehicle will be prohibited from starting.
(((11))) (12) Ignition interlock technician - A person
employed by the ignition interlock device manufacturer or
vendor and certified by the impaired driving section to
install, service, calibrate, remove and monitor certified
ignition interlock devices in Washington state.
(((12))) (13) Impaired driving section - The section of
the Washington state patrol that has been designated by the
chief of the Washington state patrol to coordinate and
regulate ignition interlock devices.
(((13))) (14) Initial start failure - A breath sample
introduced into an ignition interlock device when a restricted
operator is attempting to start a vehicle with a BrAC higher
than .025 g/210L or the alcohol concentration as prescribed by
the originating court.
(((14))) (15) Lessee - A person who has entered into an
agreement with a manufacturer, vendor, or service center to
lease an ignition interlock device.
(((15))) (16) Letter of certification - ((Means)) A
letter issued by the Washington state patrol that authorizes a
manufacturer's ignition interlock device to be used as an
ignition interlock device under this chapter; or an ignition
interlock technician to install, service, calibrate, remove
and monitor certified ignition interlock devices in Washington
state; or a service center location to service, install,
monitor, and calibrate ignition interlock devices currently
certified for use in Washington state.
(((16))) (17) Lockout - A period of time where the
ignition interlock device will not allow a breath sample to be
delivered or a vehicle's engine to be started.
(((17))) (18) Manufacturer - The person, company, or
corporation who:
(a) Produces the ignition interlock device((, and));
(b) Maintains certification of the device;
(c) Pays all fees to the state of Washington in accordance with this chapter;
(d) Maintains oversight, direction and compliance of all vendors, service centers and ignition interlock technicians associated with their certified ignition interlock device;
(e) Certifies to the impaired driving section that a service center, vendor, or ignition interlock technician is qualified to service, install, monitor, calibrate, remove, instruct, and provide information on the manufacturer's ignition interlock device.
(((18))) (19) OAC - Office of the administrator of the
court.
(((19))) (20) Patrol - The Washington state patrol as
defined in RCW 43.43.010.
(((20))) (21) Restricted operator - A person whose
driving privileges are restricted by court order or the
department of licensing to operating only motor vehicles
equipped with an approved, functioning ignition interlock
device.
(((21))) (22) Service center - A location certified by
the impaired driving section to service, install, monitor,
remove and calibrate certified ignition interlock devices in
Washington state.
(((22))) (23) Tampering - Any act or attempt to disable
or circumvent the legal operation of an ignition interlock
device.
(((23))) (24) Vendor - An impaired driving section
approved company, business, or distributor who is contracted
by and under the direction and oversight of a manufacturer to
manage service centers and/or technicians.
(((24))) (25) Violation reset - An unscheduled service of
the ignition interlock device ((and required)) which includes
the following:
(a) Calibration as outlined in WAC 204-50-080 (3)(a);
(b) Visual inspection of wiring harness;
(c) Download of the ignition interlock device's data
storage system ((by a service center because the restricted
operator has recorded a fail level or a restricted operator
failed to have the ignition interlock device serviced within
the time period described in this chapter)).
(((25))) (26) Wet bath simulator - A device which when
filled with a certified alcohol and water simulator solution,
maintained at a known temperature, provides a vapor sample of
a known alcohol concentration.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.43.395, 46.37.005, and 46.04.215. 10-24-074, § 204-50-030, filed 11/30/10, effective 1/1/11. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.005 and 46.04.215. 09-18-073, § 204-50-030, filed 8/31/09, effective 10/1/09. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.61.688(2). 05-17-065, § 204-50-030, filed 8/11/05, effective 9/11/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.04.215 and 46.37.005. 99-01-156, § 204-50-030, filed 12/23/98, effective 1/1/99. Statutory Authority: 1987 c 247. 88-01-020 (Order 87-05-ESR), § 204-50-030, filed 12/9/87.]
(2) Application for letter of certification for an ignition interlock device.
(a) A manufacturer must submit an application to the impaired driving section for a letter of certification for its ignition interlock device and pay all applicable fees.
(b) In order to have an ignition interlock device certified, the applicant(s) must:
(i) Complete the application form provided by the impaired driving section.
(ii) Provide written verification that the ignition interlock device complies with all applicable standards set under RCW 43.43.395 and chapter 204-50 WAC, including written documentation from an International Organization for Standardization (ISO) certified testing laboratory that two samples of the manufacturer's ignition interlock device meets or exceeds the minimum test standards in sections one and two of the model specifications for breath alcohol ignition interlock devices (BAIID) as published in the Federal Register, Volume 57, Number 67, Tuesday, April 7, 1992, on pages 11774 - 11787, or as rules are adopted. Only a notarized statement as outlined in RCW 43.43.395 (3)(b)(i), from a laboratory that is certified by the International Organization for Standardization and is capable of performing the tests specified will be accepted as proof of meeting or exceeding the standards.
(iii) Provide two ignition interlock devices for field
and laboratory testing ((and review)).
(iv) Attach to the application a declaration on the form provided by the impaired driving section that:
(A) The manufacturer, and its employees will cooperate with the impaired driving section at all times, including its inspection of the manufacturer's installation, service, repair, calibration, use, removal, or performance of ignition interlock device.
(B) The manufacturer agrees to collect and pay all applicable fees, provide all downloaded ignition interlock device data, reports and information related to the ignition interlock device to the impaired driving section in an impaired driving section approved electronic format.
(C) The manufacturer, vendor, and/or ignition interlock technician agrees to provide testimony relating to any aspect of the installation, service, repair, calibration, use, removal or performance of the ignition interlock at no cost on behalf of the state of Washington or any other political subdivision.
(v) Provide the alcohol reference value and type of calibration device used to check the ignition interlock device.
(vi) Provide the Washington state software ignition interlock device configuration profile.
(vii) Provide the impaired driving section, a letter size map of the state of Washington showing the area covered by each certified fixed site and/or mobile service center, areas and the name, address, certification number and telephone number of each service center.
(3) Issuance of a letter of certification for an ignition interlock device or renewal of letter of certification for an ignition interlock device.
(a) The chief or designee will have the authority to issue a letter of certification for a device if all the requirements have been met by the applicant.
(b) Upon receipt of an application for letter of certification, the chief or designee will:
(i) Approve an application under this section if all requirements of this section have been met; or
(ii) Deny the application if all requirements of this chapter have not been met by the applicant. If an applicant is denied, the applicant must wait ninety days before the applicant may resubmit its application for letter of certification for an ignition interlock device.
(c) The chief or designee will notify the applicant in writing if an application for a letter of certification has been denied. The notice of denial will be sent to the applicant via certified mail, return receipt requested.
(d) A letter of certification for an ignition interlock device will be effective the date stated on the letter.
(e) A letter of certification for an ignition interlock device will be valid for three years or until it is surrendered, suspended, or revoked.
(f) A letter of certification for an ignition interlock device will be subject to annual review by the impaired driving section and at its discretion during the course of the certification period.
(4) Renewal of a letter of certification for an ignition interlock device.
(a) A manufacturer must submit an application to the impaired driving section requesting a renewal of a letter of certification for an ignition interlock device and pay all applicable fees. The renewal request may be submitted ninety days prior to the expiration of a letter of certification, but a renewal request must be submitted within thirty days prior to the expiration of a letter of certification.
(b) For a manufacturer to have its letter of certification for an ignition interlock device renewed, it must submit:
(i) A written request for renewal of a letter of certification for an ignition interlock device.
(ii) Written verification that the ignition interlock device complies with all applicable standards set in RCW 43.43.395 and chapter 204-50 WAC, including a current report from an ISO certified testing laboratory that two samples of the manufacturer's ignition interlock device meets or exceeds the minimum test standards in sections one and two of the model specifications for breath alcohol ignition interlock devices (BAIID) as published in the Federal Register, Volume 57, Number 67, Tuesday, April 7, 1992, on pages 11774 - 11787, or as rules are adopted. Only a notarized statement as outlined in RCW 43.43.395 (3)(b)(i), from a laboratory that is certified by the International Organization for Standardization and is capable of performing the tests specified will be accepted as proof of meeting or exceeding the standards.
(iii) The ignition interlock device for field testing to be completed by the impaired driving section.
(c) The chief or designee will notify the manufacturer in writing if renewal of a letter of certification has been denied. The notice of nonrenewal will be sent to the certified holder via certified mail, return receipt requested.
(5) Revocation of a letter of certification for an ignition interlock device.
(a) The chief or designee may revoke a letter of certification for an ignition interlock device for a manufacturer's, vendor's, service center's or ignition interlock technician's violation of any of the laws or regulations related to the installation, servicing, monitoring, removal and calibration of ignition interlock devices, including but not limited to, "additional requirements" listed in WAC 204-50-120.
(b) A copy of a notice of revocation for a certification for an ignition interlock device will be provided to the DOL and to the OAC for the state of Washington.
(c) Upon revocation of a letter of certification for an ignition interlock device, the manufacturer's ignition interlock device(s) will be removed from the list of certified ignition interlock devices on the patrol's web site.
(d) If a manufacturer holding a letter of certification for an ignition interlock device is no longer in business, it shall immediately send written notification to the impaired driving section informing it that the manufacturer is no longer in business, and the impaired driving section will revoke its letter of certification.
(e) If a manufacturer holding a letter of certification wishes to voluntarily relinquish its letter of certification, the manufacturer shall send written notice to the impaired driving section advising it that the manufacturer is relinquishing its letter of certification for an ignition interlock device.
(f) Upon voluntary surrender or revocation of a letter of certification for a manufacturer's ignition interlock device, the impaired driving section shall notify all vendors and/or service centers that all of a manufacturer's uncertified ignition interlock devices must be removed and replaced by a certified ignition interlock device within sixty-five days of the effective date of such surrender or revocation. The service center will notify all affected lessees of the revocation of the manufacturer's certification and requirement that a certified service center install and/or replace the ignition interlock device.
(g) The impaired driving section will maintain a file of all current, revoked, and voluntarily surrendered letters of certification for the time period required by the patrol records retention schedule.
(h) The chief or designee will notify the manufacturer in writing if a letter of certification has been revoked. The notice of revocation will be sent to the certificate holder via certified mail, return receipt requested.
(6) All ignition interlock devices must employ fuel cell technology on or before June 10, 2015. An ignition interlock device that does not employ fuel cell technology after June 10, 2015, will not be an approved device in Washington state and will have its letter of certification denied or revoked.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.43.395, 46.37.005, and 46.04.215. 10-24-074, § 204-50-040, filed 11/30/10, effective 1/1/11. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.005 and 46.04.215. 09-18-073, § 204-50-040, filed 8/31/09, effective 10/1/09. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.61.688(2). 05-17-065, § 204-50-040, filed 8/11/05, effective 9/11/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.04.215 and 46.37.005. 99-01-156, § 204-50-040, filed 12/23/98, effective 1/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.20.730. 88-15-050 (Order 88-04-ESR), § 204-50-040, filed 7/18/88. Statutory Authority: 1987 c 247. 88-01-020 (Order 87-05-ESR), § 204-50-040, filed 12/9/87.]
(2) Application for certification for a fixed site service center.
(a) A manufacturer ((or vendor)) must submit an
application to the impaired driving section for a letter of
certification for a fixed service center.
(b) In order to have a fixed service center certified, the applicant(s) must:
(i) Complete the application form provided by the impaired driving section. In the application form the applicant shall disclose:
(A) The physical address of the service center;
(B) The days and hours of operation for the service center;
(C) The type of the certified ignition interlock device it will service;
(D) The type of calibration device it will use for the ignition interlock device(s) it will service.
(ii) Submit a copy of the ignition interlock device data reader download procedures.
(iii) Submit a written statement from a manufacturer that authorizes the service center to install the manufacturer's certified ignition interlock device.
(iv) Submit a list of all fees that may be charged to the lessee to install the manufacturer's certified ignition interlock device.
(3) Renewal of certification for a fixed site service center. The impaired driving section will conduct an annual inspection of all certified fixed site service centers. Upon successful completion of the inspection and payment of all applicable fees the certification will be renewed.
(4) Application for certification for a mobile site service center.
(a) A manufacturer ((or vendor)) must submit an
application to the impaired driving section for a letter of
certification for a mobile service center.
(b) In order to have a mobile service center certified, the applicant(s) must:
(i) Submit the information required in subsection (1)(b)(i) through (iii) of this section.
(ii) Submit a copy of liability insurance for ((the)) all
vehicles to be used as ((the)) a mobile service center.
(iii) Submit certification number(s) of the fixed site service center(s) overseeing the mobile service center and the technician(s) that will work from the mobile service center(s).
(iv) Submit a list of all fees or rates that may be charged to a lessee to install, remove, repair, or service an ignition interlock device by a mobile service center.
(((4))) (5) Inspection of fixed and/or mobile service
center. A vendor or manufacturer must agree to allow access
for a representative from the impaired driving section to
conduct an inspection at any time during scheduled business
hours to ensure compliance as required in chapter 204-50 WAC.
(((5))) (6) Service center requirements. To receive and
maintain a letter of certification, a fixed site service
center must:
(a) Be located in a facility which properly accommodates installing, inspecting, downloading, calibrating, repairing, monitoring, maintaining, servicing, and/or removing of ignition interlock devices.
(b) Have posted a current copy of all fees and rates a lessee may be charged to install, remove, repair or service an ignition interlock device by a fixed or mobile service center. The fees and rates must be plainly visible and capable of being read at all times by the public.
(c) Provide lessees a statement of charges clearly specifying warranty details, monthly lease amount, any additional charges anticipated for routine calibration and service checks and what items, if any, are provided without charge.
(d) Provide the lessee written notice of any changes in the statement of charges regardless of what person or agency requested the change, prior to the implementation of such changes.
(e) Comply with all municipal and/or county zoning regulations for commercial businesses and provide a corresponding business license.
(f) Have and maintain a designated waiting area that is separate from the installation area for the lessee. The designated waiting area must be shielded from the installation area so a lessee or any other unauthorized person cannot witness the installation or service of the ignition interlock device.
(g) Have an area and the electronic equipment available for restricted drivers to view training videos provided by the impaired driving section or manufacturer.
(((6))) (7) Issuance of letter of certification for a
fixed and/or mobile service center.
(a) The chief or designee will have the authority to issue a letter of certification to a fixed and/or mobile service center if all qualifications outlined in this chapter have been met by the applicant.
(b) A letter of certification or a service center must be posted and visible to the public.
(c) The chief or designee will notify ((an applicant))
the manufacturer in writing if a letter of certification has
been denied. The notice of denial will be sent to the
applicant via certified mail, return receipt requested.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.43.395, 46.37.005, and 46.04.215. 10-24-074, § 204-50-042, filed 11/30/10, effective 1/1/11.]
(2) Application for letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician.
(a) A manufacturer((, vendor, or service center)) must
submit an application to the impaired driving section for a
letter of certification for each ignition interlock technician
employed at a fixed or mobile service center and pay all
applicable fees to the state of Washington.
(b) In order to receive a letter of certification for an
ignition interlock technician, the applicant(((s))) shall:
(i) Complete the application form provided by the impaired driving section.
(ii) ((Beginning January 1, 2012, or prior to the next
renewal,)) Have its employee complete the knowledge and skills
examination administered by the impaired driving section. An
applicant's employee must score eighty percent or higher on
the knowledge and skills examination to be eligible for a
letter of certification.
(iii) Submit, at the expense of the manufacturer, service center, vendor or applicant, a criminal history report conducted within the preceding thirty days of the date on the application. The criminal history report shall be attained from either the patrol's identification and criminal history section if the employee has lived in Washington for five years immediately preceding the date of the application or, a criminal background check from the agency responsible for keeping criminal history in the state or states of the previous residence of an employee who has not lived in Washington for the five years immediately preceding the date of application.
(c) The chief or designee will refuse to issue or may revoke a letter of certification for the ignition interlock technician if the ignition interlock technician:
(i) Has been convicted of:
(A) Any alcohol related traffic offense within the last three years;
(B) A DUI, as defined in chapter 46.61 RCW, two or more times within the last five years;
(C) Any offense classified as a class B or C felony
within the five years prior to the date of the applicant
filing an application for certification as an ignition
interlock technician((.));
(((ii))) (D) Any class A felony or any "sex offense" as
defined in RCW 9.94A.030, regardless of the date of
conviction; or
(E) Any gross misdemeanor within the last three years.
(ii) The chief or designee may refuse to issue or may revoke a letter of certification for the ignition interlock technician if the ignition interlock technician has been convicted of:
(A) Any misdemeanor within the last year; or
(B) Has demonstrated a willful disregard for complying with ordinances, statutes, administrative rules or court orders, whether at the local, state or federal level;
(iii) Fails to demonstrate character and general fitness sufficient to command the confidence of the impaired driving section and warrant a belief that the duties of a technician will be conducted honestly, fairly and efficiently in the conduct of ignition interlock service. In determining character and general fitness, the impaired driving section may consider:
(A) Prior contacts with law enforcement;
(B) Criminal record;
(C) Reputation in the community;
(D) Associations; and
(E) Current driver's license status and abstract driving record.
(iv) Has been granted a deferred prosecution under chapter 10.05 RCW for an alcohol related traffic offense within the last three years.
(((iii))) (v) Is not at least eighteen years of age.
(((iv))) (vi) Does not possess a valid Washington
driver's license if:
(A) The ignition interlock technician is employed by a service center that provides a mobile service center; or
(B) The ignition interlock technician must operate a lessee's vehicle to provide services in accordance with this chapter.
(d) The term "conviction" as used in this section will have the same meaning as used in chapter 9.94A RCW.
(3) Issuance of letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician.
(a) The chief or designee will have the authority to issue a letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician if an application has been approved and all qualifications set out in this chapter have been met by the applicant.
(b) A letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician will be effective the date stated in the letter and contain a certification number specific to the ignition interlock technician.
(c) A letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician will be valid for one year or until suspended, superseded, or revoked by the impaired driving section.
(d) A letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician will be subject to review by the impaired driving section at its discretion during the course of the certification period.
(e) The chief or designee will deny an application for a
letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician
if all qualifications are not met by the applicant, and it
will notify the ((applicant and service provider or vendor or
both)) manufacturer within ten days of such determination.
(f) The chief or designee will notify the ((applicant))
manufacturer in writing if an application for letter of
certification has been denied. The notice of denial will be
sent to the applicant via certified mail, return receipt
requested.
(4) Renewal of a letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician.
(a) A letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician certification must be renewed and all applicable fees paid on an annual basis.
(b) An application to renew a letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician must be submitted to the impaired driving section at least thirty days prior to the expiration of the certification.
(c) An incomplete or untimely application may result in the expiration of a letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician. If a letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician expires, the ignition interlock technician identified in the expired letter of certification shall immediately stop working as an ignition interlock technician until a new letter of certification is issued by the chief or designee.
(d) Renewal of a letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician will be the same as the process outlined in this section, except the submission of a criminal history report may be submitted by the ignition interlock technician.
(e) If there is pending action against an ignition interlock technician for any violation of the rules outlined in this chapter, an application for the renewal of a letter of certification will not be processed until the pending action has reached a final resolution.
(f) The chief or designee will notify the ((service
center)) manufacturer in writing if renewal of a letter of
certification has been denied. The notice of nonrenewal will
be sent to the certificate holder via certified mail, return
receipt requested.
(5) Surrender of a letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician.
(a) An ignition interlock technician letter of
certification may be surrendered upon written request from the
((vendor, service center)) manufacturer, or an ignition
interlock technician or if the impaired driving section
receives written notification that the ignition interlock
technician is no longer employed by ((a certified service
center representing)) the same manufacturer under which the
current ignition interlock technician certification was
issued.
(b) The original letter of certification must be returned to the impaired driving section. If the original certification is not provided with the written notification the impaired driving section will instruct an inspector to obtain the original certification.
(6) Suspension or revocation of a letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician.
(a) The chief or designee may suspend or revoke certification of an ignition interlock technician who no longer meets all of the requirements outlined under the Revised Code of Washington or this chapter.
(b) The chief or designee will notify the ignition
interlock technician, and manufacturer ((and vendor)) in
writing if a letter of certification has been suspended or
revoked. The notice of suspension or revocation will be sent
to the certificate holder via certified mail, return receipt
requested.
(c) During a period of suspension of a letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician, the suspended ignition interlock technician shall cease any and all activities related to the repair, installation, removal, or service of a certified ignition interlock device in the state of Washington.
(d) If a letter of certification for an ignition interlock technician is suspended or revoked the ignition interlock technician shall, on demand, surrender the certification and return it to the impaired driving section.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.43.395, 46.37.005, and 46.04.215. 10-24-074, § 204-50-046, filed 11/30/10, effective 1/1/11.]
(2) A manufacturer must resubmit evidence of compliance as required in WAC 204-50-040 to the impaired driving section within thirty days of notifying the impaired driving section of a material modification.
(3) The impaired driving section will determine if the device must be submitted for recertification.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.43.395, 46.37.005, and 46.04.215. 10-24-074, § 204-50-050, filed 11/30/10, effective 1/1/11. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.005 and 46.04.215. 09-18-073, § 204-50-050, filed 8/31/09, effective 10/1/09. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.61.688(2). 05-17-065, § 204-50-050, filed 8/11/05, effective 9/11/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.04.215 and 46.37.005. 99-01-156, § 204-50-050, filed 12/23/98, effective 1/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.20.730. 88-15-050 (Order 88-04-ESR), § 204-50-050, filed 7/18/88. Statutory Authority: 1987 c 247. 88-01-020 (Order 87-05-ESR), § 204-50-050, filed 12/9/87.]
[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.43.395, 46.37.005, and 46.04.215. 10-24-074, § 204-50-070, filed 11/30/10, effective 1/1/11. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.005 and 46.04.215. 09-18-073, § 204-50-070, filed 8/31/09, effective 10/1/09. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.61.688(2). 05-17-065, § 204-50-070, filed 8/11/05, effective 9/11/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.04.215 and 46.37.005. 99-01-156, § 204-50-070, filed 12/23/98, effective 1/1/99. Statutory Authority: 1987 c 247. 88-01-020 (Order 87-05-ESR), § 204-50-070, filed 12/9/87.]
(2) The restricted driver must pay a calibration fee at least once every sixty days.
(3) An ignition interlock device must be calibrated for accuracy by using a wet bath simulator or dry gas alcohol standard with an alcohol reference value between .030 and .050 g/210L.
(a) The calibration process will consist of the following procedures:
(i) Prior to introducing a reference sample into a device, a three second purge must be expelled from the wet bath simulator or dry gas standard.
(ii) An "as found" check to introduce the sample into the device without adjustment for accuracy. The test must be conducted prior to any adjustment for accuracy and the results must be recorded on the data logger.
(iii) The ((result must be)) accuracy check will consist
of two consecutive reference checks with the result of each
individual check being within plus or minus ten percent of the
reference value introduced into the ignition interlock device.
(((a))) The time period from the first accuracy check to the
second consecutive accuracy check must not exceed five
minutes.
(iv) Any ignition interlock device not passing calibration must be removed from service and the serial number of the device kept on record for three years. An ignition interlock device removed from service for not passing calibration may be placed back in service only if it is repaired to meet the standards as outlined in this chapter and all repairs are documented and kept in the record for three years.
(b) Wet bath simulators must:
(i) Use a mercury in glass or digital thermometer. These thermometers must read 34 plus or minus .2 degrees Centigrade during analysis and be certified annually using a National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) traceable digital reference thermometer.
(ii) Be found on the current National Highway Traffic Safety Administration confirming products list of calibrating units for breath alcohol testers.
(iii) Use alcohol reference solutions prepared and tested in a laboratory such that their reference value is shown to be traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology. The 500 ml bottles containing simulator solution must be tamper proof and labeled with the following: Lot or batch number, value of the reference sample in g/210L, and date of preparation and/or the expiration which must not be longer than one year from the date of preparation.
(((b))) (c) Dry gas alcohol standards must be certified
to a known reference value and traceable to National Institute
of Standards and Technology - NIST Traceable Reference
Material (NIST-NTRM) ethanol standards. The reference value
will be adjusted for pressure changes due to elevation to
which the dry gas is being used.
(i) Dry gas alcohol standard tanks must:
(A) Be stored in an environment where the temperature range remains between 50-104 degrees Fahrenheit.
(B) Have a label which will contain the following: Components and concentration of the reference value of the gas, expiration date which must not be longer than three years from the date of preparation, and the lot or batch number.
(ii) Each service center using a dry gas alcohol standard will have:
(A) An elevation chart which will be used to determine the proper reference value for the elevation for which the gas standard is being used.
(B) The certificate of analysis from the dry gas standard manufacturer.
(((3))) (4) The results of any circumvention or bypass
attempt and each calibration including the reference value,
"as found" check, calibration check(s), and any adjustments
made for accuracy and/or elevation pressure must be recorded
on the ignition interlock device data logger and/or data base.
(((4))) (5) Data contained in an ignition interlock
device's memory or data logger must be downloaded and the
manufacturer, vendor and/or service center must make an
electronic copy of the client data and the results of each
examination.
(((5))) (6) Data downloaded by a manufacturer, vendor
and/or service center from an ignition interlock device must
be:
(a) Reviewed by the manufacturer, vendor, ignition interlock technician, and/or service center. Any evidence of noncompliance, violations, or signs of tampering and/or circumvention must be reported as requested by, and in a format acceptable to the originating court, impaired driving section and/or DOL.
(b) All information obtained as a result of each calibration or inspection must be retained by the manufacturer, vendor or service center for three years from the date the ignition interlock device is removed from the vehicle.
(((6) The mail-in calibration and examination program
will cease on January 1, 2012. Any service center proposing
to offer a mail-in calibration and examination program to
their lessees must obtain written approval from the impaired
driving section prior to implementing the mail-in program.
(a) To obtain approval for a mail-in calibration and examination program, a service center must submit a copy of written procedures outlining how the mail-in program will comply with the requirements of this chapter.
(b) Written procedures for a mail-in calibration and examination program must include:
(i) A requirement that all restricted operators enrolled in the mail-in program have the ignition interlock device calibrated, downloaded, the ignition interlock device's wiring harness physically inspected in the vehicle in which it was installed at a fixed site or mobile service center of the manufacturer every one hundred thirty days for the period of installation.
(ii) A restriction prohibiting restricted operators from using the program during the last four months of a restricted operator's DOL or court mandated ignition interlock device period.
(iii) A disqualification for a restricted operator from the mail-in program if their data reader or data base shows a breath alcohol sample equal to or greater than .040 g/210L, or if a restricted operator and/or lessee has a violation reset condition.
(c) The manufacturer, vendor, ignition interlock technician or service center must provide a restricted operator with written instructions on how to utilize the mail-in program.
(d) A mail-in program does not eliminate or take the place of any requirements outlined in WAC 204-50-120.))
(7) The manufacturer, vendor and/or service center must provide, upon request, additional reports in a format acceptable to and at no cost to DOL, impaired driving section and/or the originating court.
(8) A service center must maintain records documenting all calibrations, downloads and any other services performed on an ignition interlock device, including service of a violation reset. Charges for installations, calibrations, downloads and service must be made using a numbered billing invoice. The billing invoice must contain the date of service and all fees for service must be itemized.
(9) Retention of the record of installation, calibrations, downloads, service and associated invoices must be maintained on site for a minimum of three years.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.43.395, 46.37.005, and 46.04.215. 10-24-074, § 204-50-080, filed 11/30/10, effective 1/1/11. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.005 and 46.04.215. 09-18-073, § 204-50-080, filed 8/31/09, effective 10/1/09. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.61.688(2). 05-17-065, § 204-50-080, filed 8/11/05, effective 9/11/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.04.215 and 46.37.005. 99-01-156, § 204-50-080, filed 12/23/98, effective 1/1/99. Statutory Authority: 1987 c 247. 88-01-020 (Order 87-05-ESR), § 204-50-080, filed 12/9/87.]
(a) Special locks, seals, and installation procedures that prevent or record evidence of tampering and/or circumvention attempts;
(b) Installation and/or use of all anticircumvention features required under this chapter;
(c) Breath anticircumvention features such as alternating breath flow, hum tone, breath temperature and any other impaired driving section approved anticircumvention features must be activated during all start up and random breath tests;
(d) Changes in software and ignition interlock device
configuration, including anticircumvention features and the
Washington state configuration profile will only be
administered by the manufacturer((, and/or vendor)).
(2) In addition, a service center or ignition interlock technician will affix to the ignition interlock device a label containing the following notation: "Warning - This ignition interlock device has been installed under the laws of the state of Washington. Attempts to disconnect, tamper with, or circumvent this ignition interlock device may subject you to criminal prosecution. For more information, call (insert manufacturer, vendor or service center's toll free number)."
(3) No owner or employee of a manufacturer, vendor or service center may authorize or assist with the disconnection of an ignition interlock device, or enable the use of any "emergency bypass" mechanism or any other "bypass" procedure that allows a person restricted to use the vehicle equipped with a functioning ignition interlock device, to start or operate a vehicle without providing all required breath samples. Doing so may subject the person to criminal prosecution under RCW 46.20.750 and may cause the revocation of a manufacturer's, vendor's, service center, and/or ignition interlock technician's certification under chapter 204-50 WAC.
(4) The sale or use of any type of remote code allowing a restricted driver to bypass a lockout condition or any user to not provide a breath sample on vehicle start up is prohibited.
(5) All known ignition interlock device circumventions or tampering must be reported to the impaired driving section in an impaired driving section approved electronic format within seven days of determining that an ignition interlock device was circumvented or tampered with.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.43.395, 46.37.005, and 46.04.215. 10-24-074, § 204-50-090, filed 11/30/10, effective 1/1/11. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.005 and 46.04.215. 09-18-073, § 204-50-090, filed 8/31/09, effective 10/1/09. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.61.688(2). 05-17-065, § 204-50-090, filed 8/11/05, effective 9/11/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.04.215 and 46.37.005. 99-01-156, § 204-50-090, filed 12/23/98, effective 1/1/99. Statutory Authority: 1987 c 247. 88-01-020 (Order 87-05-ESR), § 204-50-090, filed 12/9/87.]
(2) The installation verification fee will be collected from the lessee by the service center or ignition interlock technician at the time of installation and recorded in a log.
(3) An ignition interlock technician shall not install an ignition interlock device on a vehicle unless the restricted operator is:
(a) Successful in completing all training provided by the impaired driving section and/or manufacturer prior to initially using the ignition interlock device;
(b) The registered owner of the vehicle or has a signed
((letter of authorization from the registered owner))
"Non-owned Installation Approval Form" approving the ignition
interlock device installation; and
(c) Provided ignition interlock device training by the manufacturer, vendor, service center, and/or certified technician. If the impaired driving section and/or DOL provides educational materials to the manufacturer, vendor, service center and/or technician, those training materials will be provided to and completed by the restricted operator and/or lessee in addition to the training required under this section.
(((3))) (4) An ignition interlock technician shall:
(a) Record the following information before installing an ignition interlock device:
(i) The full name, current address, phone number, driver's license number of the lessee and/or restricted operator.
(ii) The vehicle license registration number for the vehicle in which the ignition interlock device is to be installed.
(iii) The unique serial number of the ignition interlock device installed and corresponding vehicle license registration number of the single vehicle in which it was installed.
(b) Ensure that no restricted operator, lessee or other unauthorized person witnesses the installation, service or removal of an ignition interlock device.
(c) Inspect all vehicles prior to installation of an ignition interlock device to determine if parts of a vehicle affected by an ignition interlock device are in acceptable condition and an ignition interlock device shall not be installed until the vehicle is in acceptable condition.
(d) Follow the manufacturer's instructions and regulations outlined in this chapter for the installation, servicing and removal of ignition interlock devices.
(e) Install the following physical anti-tampering measures:
(i) Place all connections and associated wiring between an ignition interlock device and a vehicle in an area of the vehicle not immediately accessible or visible to the lessee or restricted operator.
(ii) Cover with a unique and easily identifiable seal, epoxy, resin, shrink wrap, sheathing, or tamper proof tape:
(A) Any portion of an ignition interlock device that can be disconnected;
(B) Any wires used to install the ignition interlock device that are not inside a secured enclosure; and
(C) Mark points likely to be accessed when attempting to tamper with the ignition interlock device with other material unless the ignition interlock device is capable of recording such attempts to tamper with it.
(((4))) (5) A service center or ignition interlock
technician will:
(a) Thoroughly train a restricted operator on the proper
use and functionality of an ignition interlock device; ((and))
(b) Provide a user reference, operation, and problem-solving guide in English or Spanish to the restricted operator when an ignition interlock device is installed; and
(c) Upon installation of the ignition interlock device, take a digital reference image or photograph of the restricted driver which must be stored at the service center for the duration of the installation.
(((5))) (6) A service center or ignition interlock
technician will be available during all posted hours of
operation to answer all questions and handle any problems
related to a restricted operator's ignition interlock device,
including repair or replacement of an inoperable or
malfunctioning ignition interlock device.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.43.395, 46.37.005, and 46.04.215. 10-24-074, § 204-50-100, filed 11/30/10, effective 1/1/11.]
(a) Be designed to permit a "restart" within two minutes of a stall or when the ignition has been turned off, except a "restart" will not be permitted during a violation reset condition.
(b) Automatically and completely purge residual alcohol before allowing subsequent tests.
(c) Allow a minimum of 1500 ml or 1.5 L of breath for an acceptable breath sample.
(d) Allow a minimum of four minutes and a maximum of six minutes for random breath tests to be initiated prior to an indication of a missed test and a violation reset. The device must be capable of notifying the restricted driver of this time period. Acceptable forms of notification are use of an indicator light, audible tone, voice modulation and/or countdown timer.
(e) Be installed in such a manner that it will not interfere with the normal operation of the vehicle after it has been started.
(((e))) (f) Include a supply of two disposable mouth
pieces upon installation, designed to minimize the
introduction of saliva into an ignition interlock device, and
an additional mouth piece with every sixty to sixty-five day
calibration period.
(((f) Be)) (g) Have all components uniquely serial
numbered.
(((g))) (h) Uniquely identify and record each time the
vehicle is attempted to be started and/or started, the results
of all tests, retests or failures as being a malfunction of
the device or from the operator not meeting the requirements,
how long the vehicle was operated, and any indication of
bypassing or tampering with the ignition interlock device, or
tests.
(((h) On or before June 10, 2015,)) (i) Require a
restricted operator to wait five minutes before attempting to
start the vehicle a second or third time and thirty minutes
prior to the fourth or subsequent attempts to initially start
the vehicle when the initial start failure occurs.
(((i))) (j) Require the operator of the vehicle to submit
to a random retest within ten minutes of starting the vehicle.
A ((rolling)) random retest must continue at ((randomly))
variable intervals ranging from ten to forty-five minutes
after the previous retest for the duration of the travel. If
a bypass is recorded at start up, the random breath testing
procedure will continue for the duration of travel.
(((j))) (k) Be equipped with a method of immediately
notifying law enforcement officers if a violation reset occurs
from a ((rolling)) random retest or the result of the retest
exceeds the lower of .025 g/210L BrAC or the alcohol
concentration as prescribed by the originating court or any
disconnection of the ignition interlock device control head
for longer than one minute after vehicle start up. Acceptable
forms of notification are repeated honking of the vehicle's
horn((, repeated flashing of the vehicle's headlamps,)) or the
use of an audible signaling device. Such notification may be
disabled only by switching the engine off, or by the
achievement of a retest at a level the lower of .025 g/210L
BrAC or the maximum allowable alcohol concentration as set by
the originating court.
(((k))) (l) Enter into violation reset when the
restricted operator has:
(i) Recorded a random test failure;
(ii) Disconnected the control head after start up;
(iii) Failed to submit to a random retest;
(iv) Failed to have the ignition interlock device serviced within the time period described in this chapter.
(m) Enter into a lockout if a violation reset occurs unless the vehicle is serviced at a mobile or fixed site service center by a certified technician where it will be calibrated, downloaded and the wiring harness physically inspected within five days of when the violation reset occurred.
(n) Contain a digital image identification device as prescribed in RCW 43.43.395. The digital image device will not distract or impede the driver in any manner from safe and legal operation of the vehicle and will:
(i) Encode a digital or photographic image of the vehicle driver including the time, date and BrAC level of all breath attempts. All images and data for a sixty-five day use period must be stored in the device's memory to be downloaded and stored by the manufacturer for three years.
(ii) Capture a digital image or photograph of the driver:
(A) Within five seconds after starting the vehicle.
(B) Upon initial notification that a random retest is required.
(C) When a violation reset condition is initiated.
(D) Randomly at the discretion of the manufacturer.
(iii) Produce a digital image, identifiable verification or a photograph of the restricted driver in all lighting conditions; extreme brightness, darkness and low light conditions.
(2) The manufacturer, vendor, ignition interlock technician or service center shall notify the originating court (if any) of such violation reset conditions within five days of servicing the ignition interlock device in a format acceptable to the originating court. The manufacturer, vendor or service center must provide notification to DOL and impaired driving section in an acceptable electronic format should DOL or impaired driving section promulgate rules requiring such notification of a violation reset condition.
(3) In addition to any other information required by DOL, the impaired driving section, or by an originating court, all reports to DOL, the impaired driving section or to an originating court concerning a particular ignition interlock device must include:
(a) The full name, address, and driver's license number of the restricted operator, lessee, and registered owner;
(b) The vehicle license registration number of the single vehicle in which the ignition interlock device was installed;
(c) The unique serial number of the ignition interlock device; and
(d) The toll free telephone number, and certification number of the installing service center and ignition interlock technician who installed and prepared the report for the ignition interlock device.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.43.395, 46.37.005, and 46.04.215. 10-24-074, § 204-50-110, filed 11/30/10, effective 1/1/11. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.005 and 46.04.215. 09-18-073, § 204-50-110, filed 8/31/09, effective 10/1/09. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.61.688(2). 05-17-065, § 204-50-110, filed 8/11/05, effective 9/11/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.04.215 and 46.37.005. 99-01-156, § 204-50-110, filed 12/23/98, effective 1/1/99. Statutory Authority: 1987 c 247. 88-01-020 (Order 87-05-ESR), § 204-50-110, filed 12/9/87.]
(a) Guarantee repair or replacement of a defective ignition interlock device within the state of Washington within a maximum of forty-eight hours of receipt of a complaint or known failure of an ignition interlock device.
(b) Demonstrate to the satisfaction of impaired driving section, a service delivery plan under which any restricted operator may obtain installation and routine service of that manufacturer's ignition interlock device within a seventy-five mile radius of his or her place of residence.
(c) Receive written approval from impaired driving section and require mobile service ignition interlock technicians to sign an agreement to abide by all aspects of WAC 204-50-080 before mobile service centers may work outside of the umbrella of their overseeing fixed site service center(s) to provide service in rural counties of the state. Qualifying rural counties under the Washington state department of health guidelines include: Jefferson, Pacific, Wahkiakum, Klickitat, San Juan, Columbia, Garfield, Adams, Lincoln, Pend Oreille, Stevens, Ferry, and Okanogan counties.
(d) Provide written notification of any changes to a manufacturer's service center network to the impaired driving section within seven days of such change.
(e) Maintain a twenty-four hour, three hundred sixty-five days a year toll-free telephone number for lessees and/or restricted operators to call if they have problems with the ignition interlock device they have leased from the manufacturer, vendor or service center. Calls must either be answered by an ignition interlock technician qualified to service the manufacturer's ignition interlock devices, or the call must be returned by a qualified technician within thirty minutes of the original call.
(2) The manufacturer shall provide to the impaired driving section proof on or before the expiration date listed on the current valid insurance on file with the impaired driving section that the manufacturer has products liability insurance coverage with minimum liability limits of one million dollars per occurrence, and three million dollar aggregate. Liability covered must include, but not limited to: Defects in product design, materials, and workmanship during manufacture, calibration, installation, removal, and all completed operations. Such insurance must be provided by a company authorized to offer such coverage in the state, and such company must include the state of Washington as an additional insured, and must agree to notify the impaired driving section not less than thirty days before the expiration or termination of such coverage. Insurance coverage required in this subsection must be in addition to, and not considered a replacement for coverage required in subsection (3) of this section.
(3) A ((vendor or service center)) manufacturer shall
provide the impaired driving section proof on or before the
expiration date listed on the current valid insurance on file
with the impaired driving section that each and every service
center has:
(a) Garage keepers liability insurance coverage with minimum liability limits of fifty thousand dollars. Liability covered must include, but not be limited to, damage to lessee's vehicle and personal property while in the care and/or custody of the service center.
(b) Operations insurance coverage with minimum liability limits of one million dollars per occurrence, and two million dollars aggregate. Liability covered must include, but not be limited to, defects in materials and workmanship during installation, removal, service, calibration, and monitoring.
(c) Insurance provided by a company authorized to offer such coverage in the state, and such company must include the state of Washington as an additional insured, and must agree to notify the impaired driving section not less than thirty days before expiration or termination of such coverage.
(d) Insurance coverage required in this subsection must be in addition to and not considered a replacement for other coverage required in this section.
(4) A vendor or service center shall notify the DOL in an acceptable format and if so requested by the originating court, notify the originating court, if any, of the removal of an ignition interlock device under any circumstances other than:
(a) Immediate ignition interlock device repair needs.
(b) Removal of the ignition interlock device in order to switch it to a replacement vehicle to be operated by the restricted operator. Report of such a vehicle switch including the license of the vehicle must be transmitted to the DOL, and the originating court within two business days of such a switch, if so requested by the originating court at the time of initial installation of the ignition interlock device. Report of such a vehicle switch must be transmitted to the DOL within two business days of such a switch, if so requested by the DOL. NOTE: Whenever an ignition interlock device is removed for repair, and cannot be immediately reinstalled, a substitute ignition interlock device must be utilized. Under no circumstances will a manufacturer, service center or ignition interlock technician knowingly permit a restricted operator to drive a vehicle not equipped with a functioning ignition interlock device.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.43.395, 46.37.005, and 46.04.215. 10-24-074, § 204-50-120, filed 11/30/10, effective 1/1/11. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.005 and 46.04.215. 09-18-073, § 204-50-120, filed 8/31/09, effective 10/1/09. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.61.688(2). 05-17-065, § 204-50-120, filed 8/11/05, effective 9/11/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.04.215 and 46.37.005. 99-01-156, § 204-50-120, filed 12/23/98, effective 1/1/99. Statutory Authority: 1987 c 247. 88-01-020 (Order 87-05-ESR), § 204-50-120, filed 12/9/87.]
(2) The manufacturer or its service center must return the vehicle in normal operating condition after it removes an ignition interlock device.
(3) An ignition interlock technician or service center can only remove an ignition interlock device for which they have been certified to service, unless an ignition interlock technician or service center has received approval from the impaired driving section allowing it to remove an ignition interlock device that it has not been certified to service.
(4) An ignition interlock device will be removed from the vehicle in which it is installed when a restricted driver or lessee becomes sixty days past due on their account. If the restricted driver does not appear for a removal appointment and makes no attempt to contact the manufacturer, the replacement cost of the ignition interlock device may be added to the lessee's account.
(5) A manufacturer or its service center shall provide any final report requested by the originating court, impaired driving section and/or requested by DOL to the requestor once the ignition interlock device has been removed from a restricted operator's vehicle(s).
[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.43.395, 46.37.005, and 46.04.215. 10-24-074, § 204-50-130, filed 11/30/10, effective 1/1/11. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.37.005 and 46.04.215. 09-18-073, § 204-50-130, filed 8/31/09, effective 10/1/09. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.61.688(2). 05-17-065, § 204-50-130, filed 8/11/05, effective 9/11/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 46.04.215 and 46.37.005. 99-01-156, § 204-50-130, filed 12/23/98, effective 1/1/99. Statutory Authority: 1987 c 247. 88-01-020 (Order 87-05-ESR), § 204-50-130, filed 12/9/87.]
(a) Collected and recorded by vendors, service centers, ignition interlock technicians and manufacturers.
(b) Submitted to the manufacturer within fifteen days of the end of the calendar month in which they were collected along with the record on a form provided by the patrol, if they are collected by vendors, service centers or ignition interlock technicians.
(c) Submitted electronically by the manufacturer to the patrol within thirty days of the end of the calendar month in which they were collected along with the record on a form provided by the patrol.
(2) Annual fees will be added to the record for the month in which the certification or renewal is due and paid to the patrol as outlined in subsection (1) of this section.
(3) The record provided to the manufacturer will include the type of fee collected, name or driver's license number of customer (if applicable), total amount paid, name and certification number of vendor, service center or ignition interlock technician who collected payment.
(4) The patrol may review financial records to ensure compliance with this chapter and may revoke or suspend a certification for nonpayment of fees and/or any financial discrepancies found.
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