As if writing up ergonomic regulatory requirements and fending off political attacks lawsuits isn't enough, try drafting enforcement policies and procedures that are clear, reasonable, fair and consistent. That's the challenge now facing the state of Washington's Department of Labor and Industries.
Draft enforcement materials have been circulated for review and comment, and meetings have been held with a number of business and labor stakeholders, including a small business task force. Revisions will be made based on these discussions. During the fall, the policies and procedures were to be field tested in a number of workplaces of varying size and industry.