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Statutes > Washington > Title-70 > 70-87 > 70-87-230Conveyance work — Who may perform — Possession of license and identification.
(1) Except as provided in RCW 70.87.270, a person may not perform conveyance work within the state unless he or she is an elevator mechanic who is regularly employed by and is working: (a) For an owner exempt from licensing requirements under RCW 70.87.270 and performing maintenance; (b) for a public agency performing maintenance; or (c) under the direct supervision of an elevator contractor. A person, firm, public agency, or company is not required to be an elevator contractor for removing or dismantling conveyances that are destroyed as a result of a complete demolition of a secured building or structure or where the building is demolished back to the basic support structure whereby no access is permitted therein to endanger the safety and welfare of a person.
(2) When performing conveyance work, an elevator mechanic must have his or her license and photo identification in his or her possession. The elevator mechanic must produce his or her license and identification upon request of an authorized representative of the department. The department may establish by rule a requirement that the mechanic also wear and visibly display his or her license.
[2009 c 36 § 10; 2003 c 143 § 1; 2002 c 98 § 10.]
Notes: Finding -- Intent -- 2009 c 36: See note following RCW 18.106.020.
Part headings and captions not law -- Effective date -- 2003 c 143: See notes following RCW 70.87.020.
