Wash. Admin. Code § 246-358-027

Current through Register Vol. 24-12, June 15, 2024

Section 246-358-027 - Requirements for self-survey program

Except for an operator of a cherry harvest camp, an operator meeting the requirements provided in this section may participate in the self-survey program.

(1) The cycle of the self-survey program is as follows:

(a) The operator may qualify to conduct self-surveys for up to two consecutive years.

(b) During the third year, the department of health will conduct an on-site inspection(s) to ensure compliance with this chapter.

(c) If the department of health determines the TWH site still meets the requirements of the self-survey program after the on-site inspection, the operator shall be eligible for a new self-survey program cycle as described in this subsection.

(2) To be in the self-survey program the operator shall:

(a) Meet the requirements of WAC 246-358-025;

(b) Be licensed for two consecutive years without any deficiencies.

(3) To remain in the self-survey program the operator shall:

(a) Continue to comply with subsections (1) and (2) of this section;

(b) Complete the department of health self-survey form and return the completed form to the department of health prior to temporary worker occupancy;

(c) Remain free from all deficiencies;

(d) Ensure modifications to any building or structure on the TWH made during the self-survey period meets the conditions of this chapter; and

(e) Not have a change in ownership.

(4) When a licensed TWH changes ownership, the new operator shall comply with the requirements of subsection (2) of this section before being eligible to be on the self-survey program.

(5) A TWH licensee who qualifies for the self-survey program shall pay a reduced fee as specified in WAC 246-358-990.

(6) The department of health or department of labor and industries are authorized to conduct inspections based on complaints or to verify compliance with this chapter.

Wash. Admin. Code § 246-358-027

Amended by WSR 15-13-091, Filed 6/15/2015, effective see below

Statutory Authority: RCW 70.114A.065 and 70.114A.110. 00-06-082, § 246-358-027, filed 3/1/00, effective 3/1/00.