It is a matter of statewide concern that biomedical waste be handled in a manner that protects the health, safety, and welfare of the public, the environment, and the workers who handle the waste.
[Statutory Authority: RCW
81.04.160,
81.77.030 and
80.01.040. WSR 01-08-012 (Docket No. TG-990161, General Order No. R-479), § 480-70-426, filed 3/23/01, effective 4/23/01.]