WAC 296-150R-0800
What is required for self-certification? If you want to be self-certified, you must:
(1) Send us a written request for self-certification;
(2) Have us approve your self-certification quality control
manual;
(3) Have us approve your comprehensive design plans for the
current models you sell in Washington state if you do not already
have approved design plans;
(4) Initially be audited by us, and then be audited at least
every six months by an industry association or independent
inspection auditor who conducts quality control audits;
(5)(a) The manufacturer must designate an industry
association or other independent auditor to perform audits of the
manufacturer at least every six months.
(b) The manufacturer must provide written approval from the
auditor designated under (a) of this subsection and provide a
copy of such approval to the department. The approval form must
allow us to review all documentation and information collected by
the auditor during the auditor's periodic audits of the
manufacturer. The department shall conduct a performance audit
of the industry association or other independent inspection
auditor at least once every two years.
(c) If the designated auditor refuses to allow the
department to conduct a performance audit, then the department
may conduct a performance audit of the manufacturer's quality
control program. If both the designated auditor and manufacturer
refuse to allow a performance audit, then the department may
conduct a comprehensive audit as authorized by RCW 43.22.355(4).
Note:
If you do not use an industry association or independent inspection auditor to conduct your quality control audits, you may apply for
insignia under the state-plan process for insignia approval.