(1) Before engaging in an activity that requires a HACCP plan, a permit applicant or permit holder shall submit to the regulatory authority for approval a properly prepared HACCP plan as specified under WAC 246-215-08215 and the relevant provisions of this chapter if:

(a) Submission of a HACCP plan is required according to law;

(b) A variance is required as specified under WAC 246-215-03400 (4)(d), 246-215-03535, and 246-215-04244(2);

(c) The regulatory authority determines that a food preparation or processing method requires a variance based on a plan submittal specified under WAC 246-215-08205, an inspectional finding, or a variance request.

(2) A permit applicant or permit holder shall have a properly prepared HACCP plan as specified under WAC 246-215-03540.