WAC 388-449-0020. How does the department evaluate functional capacity for mental health impairments?

If you have a mental impairment, we evaluate ability to function in a work setting based on an objective clinical assessment from a medical professional as described in WAC 388-449-0010 . We may also use other evidence as described in WAC 388-449-0010 . Functioning means your ability to perform typical tasks that would be required in a routine job setting and your ability to interact effectively while working. (1) We evaluate cognitive and social functioning by assessing your ability to: (a) Understand, remember, and persist in tasks by following very short and simple instructions. (b) Understand, remember, and persist in tasks by following detailed instructions. (c) Perform activities within a schedule, maintain regular attendance, and be punctual within customary tolerances without special supervision. (d) Learn new tasks. (e) Perform routine tasks without special supervision. (f) Adapt to changes in a routine work setting. (g) Make simple work-related decisions. (h) Be aware of normal hazards and take appropriate precautions. (i) Ask simple questions or request assistance. (j) Communicate and perform effectively in a work setting with public contact. (k) Communicate and perform effectively in a work setting with limited public contact. (l) Complete a normal workday and workweek without interruptions from psychologically based symptoms. (m) Set realistic goals and plan independently. (n) Maintain appropriate behavior in a work setting.