# WAC 296-305-01007: WAC 296-305-01007. Variance and procedure

> Washington · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_296_305_01007

## Section

- **Citation:** WAC 296-305-01007
- **Heading:** WAC 296-305-01007. Variance and procedure
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Administrative Code / Title 296 / Chapter 296-305 / Section 296-305-01007

## Text

(1) Conditions may exist in operations that a state standard will not have practical use. The director may issue a variance from the requirements of the standard when another means of providing equal protection is provided.
(2) Applications for variances will be reviewed and investigated by the department. Variances granted will be limited to the specific WAC code covered in the application and may be revoked for cause. The variance must remain prominently posted on the premises while in effect.
Note:
Variance forms may be obtained from the department upon request. Requests for variance from safety and health standards must be made in writing to the assistant director, Consultation and Compliance Services Division, Department of Labor and Industries, P.O. Box 44600, Olympia, Washington 98504-4600.

## Nearby sections

- [WAC 296-305-01001 WAC 296-305-01001. Foreword](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_296_305_01001.md)
- [WAC 296-305-01003 WAC 296-305-01003. Scope and application](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_296_305_01003.md)
- [WAC 296-305-01005 WAC 296-305-01005. Definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_296_305_01005.md)
- [WAC 296-305-01007 WAC 296-305-01007. Variance and procedure](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_296_305_01007.md)
- [WAC 296-305-01501 WAC 296-305-01501. Injury and illness reports for firefighters](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_296_305_01501.md)
- [WAC 296-305-01503 WAC 296-305-01503. Accident/incident investigation](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_296_305_01503.md)
- [WAC 296-305-01505 WAC 296-305-01505. Accident prevention program](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_296_305_01505.md)
- [WAC 296-305-01507 WAC 296-305-01507. Fire department health and safety officer](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_296_305_01507.md)
- [WAC 296-305-01509 WAC 296-305-01509. Management's responsibility](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_296_305_01509.md)
- [WAC 296-305-01511 WAC 296-305-01511. Employee's responsibility](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_296_305_01511.md)
- [WAC 296-305-01513 WAC 296-305-01513. Safe place standards](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_296_305_01513.md)
- [WAC 296-305-01515 WAC 296-305-01515. First-aid training and certification](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_296_305_01515.md)
- [WAC 296-305-01517 WAC 296-305-01517. First-aid kits](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_296_305_01517.md)
- [WAC 296-305-02001 WAC 296-305-02001. Personal protective equipment and protective clothing](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_296_305_02001.md)

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