Before working on an asbestos abatement project, a contractor shall obtain an asbestos contractor's certificate from the department and shall have in its employ at least one certified asbestos supervisor who is responsible for supervising all asbestos abatement projects undertaken by the contractor and for assuring compliance with all state laws and regulations regarding asbestos. The contractor shall apply for certification renewal every year. The department shall ensure that the expiration of the contractor's registration and the expiration of his or her asbestos contractor's certificate coincide.
[1995 c 218 § 5; 1989 c 154 § 6. Prior: 1988 c 271 § 11.]
Notes: Purpose -- Severability -- 1989 c 154: See notes following RCW 49.26.013.