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Building certifications in Washington

Regulated by Washington Labor & Industries (L&I). 2 cert types in the database.

annual operating permit
Elevator Program Wa

All regulated conveyances (elevators, escalators, platform lifts) installed in Washington State

RCW 70.87; WAC 296-96

Source: www.lni.wa.gov official page
annual by type
Boiler Program Wa

Owners of regulated boilers, unfired pressure vessels, and water heaters in Washington State

RCW 70.79; WAC 296-104

Source: www.lni.wa.gov official page

Frequently asked questions

What building certifications are required in Washington?

Certmill's database lists 2 requirement types for Washington, including elevator program wa, boiler program wa. Every rule cites the official agency page, and cities inherit their state's requirements automatically.

How often is elevator program wa required in Washington?

All regulated conveyances (elevators, escalators, platform lifts) installed in Washington State The required cycle is annual operating permit under RCW 70.87; WAC 296-96, administered by Washington L&I Elevator Program.

How often is boiler program wa required in Washington?

Owners of regulated boilers, unfired pressure vessels, and water heaters in Washington State The required cycle is annual by type under RCW 70.79; WAC 296-104, administered by Washington L&I Boiler Section.

Does Washington require facade inspections?

Check the requirement cards on this page: any facade or exterior wall rule shows its trigger (usually a story or height threshold), cycle, and the official ordinance source. Certmill adds facade requirements automatically for buildings of 7 or more floors.

How do I track these deadlines for my building?

Add the building in Certmill, pick Washington, and check the equipment you run. The requirements expand into a deadline calendar with countdowns, 60-day alerts, and an evidence binder PDF.

Requirements change and interpretation varies by building. Certmill assembles this from the official source above. Verify with the agency before relying on it.
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