Section 296-96-00902. Are there exceptions from the elevator mechanic licensing requirements?

Yes.

(1) Elevator mechanic licenses issued under chapter 70.87 RCW and this chapter are not required for:

(a) Individuals who install signal systems, fans, electric light fixtures, illuminated thresholds, finished cab flooring materials that are identical to existing materials and feed wires to the terminals on the elevator main line control provided that the individual does not require access to the pit, hoistway, or top of the car for the installation of these items.

(b) An owner or regularly employed employee of the owner performing only maintenance work of conveyances in accordance with RCW 70.87.270.

(2) Elevator mechanic licenses may not be required for certain types of incidental work that is performed on conveyances when the appropriate lockout and tagout procedures have been performed by a licensed elevator mechanic in the appropriate category. The department must be notified in writing and must approve the scope of work prior to it being performed.

(3) An elevator mechanic license in accordance with RCW 70.87.230, is not required when dismantling or removing a conveyance, as long as the building or structure as defined by its foundation outline is totally secure from public and unauthorized access, and:

(a) The entire building is completely demolished down to and including the foundation; or

(b) The entire building is returned to the basic supporting walls, floors, and roof.

Otherwise, the work is to be performed by a licensed elevator mechanic who works for a licensed elevator contractor.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 70.87 RCW. WSR 13-24-066, § 296-96-00902, filed 11/27/13, effective 1/1/14; WSR 07-24-041, § 296-96-00902, filed 11/30/07, effective 1/1/08. Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. WSR 04-12-047, § 296-96-00902, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04.]

Chapter 70.87 RCW. WSR 13-24-066, § 296-96-00902, filed 11/27/13, effective 1/1/14; WSR 07-24-041, § 296-96-00902, filed 11/30/07, effective 1/1/08. Statutory Authority: RCW 70.87.020, 70.87.030, 70.87.034, 70.87.120, 70.87.185, 70.87.190, 2002 c 98, 2003 c 143 and 2004 c 66. WSR 04-12-047, § 296-96-00902, filed 5/28/04, effective 6/30/04.