# WAC 16-228-1040: WAC 16-228-1040. How soon must the department respond to a complaint?

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_16_228_1040

## Section

- **Citation:** WAC 16-228-1040
- **Heading:** WAC 16-228-1040. How soon must the department respond to a complaint?
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Administrative Code / Title 16 / Chapter 16-228 / Section 16-228-1040

## Text

Upon receipt of a verified report of loss as set forth in RCW 17.21.190 or alleged violation of chapters 17.21 or 15.58 RCW or the accompanying rules, the department shall initiate an investigation. Investigation of a complaint concerning immediate acute pesticide exposure to humans or animals shall be initiated immediately. Other complaint investigations shall be initiated no later than forty-eight hours after receipt of the verified report of loss.

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