WAC 296-05-001. Purpose, scope, and authority

(1) These rules apply to apprenticeships in Washington. The intent of these rules is to carry out the purposes of chapter 49.04 RCW, the National Apprenticeship Act 29 U.S.C. 50, and 29 C.F.R. Parts 29 and 30 to promote apprenticeship, labor standards and to protect the welfare of apprentices. (a) The Washington state apprenticeship and training council (WSATC) regulates apprenticeships for state and federal purposes. These rules explain how the WSATC regulates apprenticeships. (b) The apprenticeship section of the department of labor and industries administers apprenticeships for state and federal purposes. These rules explain how the apprenticeship program administers apprenticeships. (2) These rules establish procedures for administering and regulating apprenticeships. These rules are intended to be read in conjunction with chapter 49.04 RCW, 29 U.S.C. 50, 29 C.F.R. Parts 29 and 30, and other applicable laws as described in these rules.