Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 98-06-046 and 98-06-047.

Title of Rule: WAC 308-12-025 Application for examination and 308-12-115 Definitions.

Purpose: WAC 308-12-025 informs applicants for examination and subsequent license as an architect of the requirements set forth in RCW 18.08.350. This proposed amendment adds the information concerning the structured intern training program adopted by the board.

WAC 308-12-115 defines terms used in chapter 18.08 RCW and chapter 308-12 WAC. This proposed amendment adds the definition of intern development program (IDP).

Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 18.08.430(1).

Statute Being Implemented: RCW 18.08.350.

Summary: The completion of the intern training programs was added to RCW 18.08.350 Certificate of registration--Application--Qualifications, by the 1997 legislature. These amendments define the specific program and add the information about the program for the use of applicants and agency staff.

Reasons Supporting Proposal: The legislature added the requirement to complete the intern training program adopted by the board. The board is responsible to designate the program, define the program, and provide instructions for documenting the completion of the program in applications.

Name of Agency Personnel Responsible for Drafting: James D. Hanson, 405 Black Lake Boulevard, Olympia, WA, (360) 753-6967; Implementation and Enforcement: Jon M. Clark, 405 Black Lake Boulevard, Olympia, WA, (360) 753-6967.

Name of Proponent: Washington State Board of Registration for Architects and Department of Licensing, governmental.

Rule is not necessitated by federal law, federal or state court decision.

Explanation of Rule, its Purpose, and Anticipated Effects: WAC 308-12-025 explains the procedures for making application to begin the examination process for registration as an architect in Washington. This rule specifies the application forms that are to be submitted, and the fees that must accompany the application. The proposed amendment adds the information for the required intern training record, and the creditable experience that is equivalent to completion of the intern training.

WAC 308-12-115 is a listing of definitions. The proposed amendment adds the definition for the intern development program (IDP) as it is used in RCW 18.08.350, and explains the purpose of the program. The amendment explains what organization maintains the training record and how records are validated.

Proposal Changes the Following Existing Rules: WAC 308-12-025 is changed by adding the information and explanation concerning the intern development program, and how this program record is provided to the board for application to begin the examination.

WAC 308-12-115 is changed by adding the definition of the training program to the current list of definitions. The amendment also adds the information concerning how training records are maintained and the equivalent creditable experience for completion of the training program.

No small business economic impact statement has been prepared under chapter 19.85 RCW. The two amendments do not pertain to fees or charges. Both amendments are informative rules and pertain to administrative agency procedures.

Section 201, chapter 403, Laws of 1995, does not apply to this rule adoption. The Department of Licensing is not subject to section 201, chapter 403, Laws of 1995 or RCW 34.05.328(5). Additionally, these amendments and sections relate only to internal governmental operations that are not subject to violation by a nongovernment party. The sections relate to filing requirements for applying to the agency for a license.

Hearing Location: DoubleTree Inn at the Quay, 100 Columbia Street, Vancouver, WA, on September 18, 1998.

Assistance for Persons with Disabilities: Contact Joan Robinson by September 18, 1998, phone (360) 586-8935, TDD (360) 586-2788, or fax (360) 664-2551.

Submit Written Comments to: Jon M. Clark, Board of Registration for Architects, P.O. Box 9045, Olympia, WA 98507-9045, phone (360) 753-6967, or fax (360) 664-2551, by August 14, 1998.

Date of Intended Adoption: September 18, 1998.

June 24, 1998

Jon M. Clark

Acting Program Administrator

AMENDATORY SECTION (Amending WSR 97-03-121, filed 1/21/97, effective 2/21/97)

WAC 308-12-025  Application for examination. (1) The application to begin the examination process must be submitted on forms approved by the board, accompanied by academic and/or practical experience verification to document eligibility under the provisions of RCW 18.08.350.

(2) The board has adopted the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) intern development training program (IDP training requirement) as the board approved structured intern training program. Completion of the training requirements of the intern development program must be validated by the NCARB in a council training record sent to the board office. Completion of the training requirements of the IDP is the equivalent of three years of practical work experience.

(3) Applications for the examination must be accompanied by the application fee for the examination as established by the director and published in chapter 308-12 WAC, architect fees. The application fee to begin the examination process will not be refunded.

(((3) On subsequent attempts examinees may retake any divisions offered not passed on previous attempts.))

[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.350(2). 97-03-121, § 308-12-025, filed 1/21/97, effective 2/21/97. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340. 95-04-080, § 308-12-025, filed 1/31/95, effective 3/3/95. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.360. 89-17-038 (Order PM 857), § 308-12-025, filed 8/10/89, effective 9/10/89. Statutory Authority: 1985 c 37 § 5. 85-21-065 (Order PL 560), § 308-12-025, filed 10/17/85.]

AMENDATORY SECTION (Amending WSR 91-12-061, filed 6/5/91, effective 7/6/91)

WAC 308-12-115  Definitions. (1) Accredited architectural degree--A professional degree received from the current list of accredited schools of architecture as published by the National Architectural Accrediting Board.

(2) Practical architectural work experience--Practical work experience performing activities involved in the practice of architecture, as defined in RCW 18.08.320, under the direct supervision of an architect. The board may approve similar practical work experience for full or partial credit and will accept intern development program experience as defined in the IDP training guidelines.

(3) Intern development program (IDP)--((An)) A structured internship training program designed to provide a ((formal means of evaluating training, to recognize the intern-architects' professional development by compiling a continuing, comprehensive record of their internship training and to ensure intern-architects of a range of exposures that will help qualify them to take the professional examination)) profession-wide, comprehensive program that contributes to the development of competent architects. IDP consists of training requirements that must be satisfied in order to complete the program. The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) maintains and validates the continuing, comprehensive record of internship training.

(4) Supervision--The word "supervision" in RCW 18.08.320 means the periodic observation of materials and work in progress or completed work to observe the general compliance with plans, specifications, and design and planning concepts, and does not include responsibility for the superintendence of construction processes, site conditions, operations equipment, personnel, maintenance of a safe place to work, or any safety in, on, or about the site of the work.

(5) Principal--The word "principal" as used herein shall mean an architect who is registered in this state; who is a shareholder, if the practice is through a professional service corporation; or a partner if the practice is through a partnership; or the proprietor if the practice is through a proprietorship; or the designated architect of a stock corporation; and is the person in charge of the architectural practice, either alone or in concert with others who qualify as herein described.

(6) Direct supervision--The phrase, "under the direct supervision of an architect" as used in connection with architectural work experience for qualification and eligibility for the examination shall refer to any of the following conditions or situations.

(a) The supervising architect is an employer who is knowledgeable of the performance and competence of the applicant.

(b) The supervising architect works for the same employer as the applicant, and is either the direct superior of the applicant, or a co-worker knowledgeable and responsible for the efforts of the applicant.

(7) Design-build--A means of providing design and construction services in which a single entity is responsible for both services.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340. 91-12-061, § 308-12-115, filed 6/5/91, effective 7/6/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.320. 87-19-095 (Order PM 676), § 308-12-115, filed 9/17/87. Statutory Authority: 1985 c 37 § 5. 85-21-065 (Order PL 560), § 308-12-115, filed 10/17/85.]