Except for an operator of a cherry harvest camp, an operator meeting the requirements provided in this section may participate in the self-survey program.

1. (1) The cycle of the self-survey program is as follows:

   1. (a) The operator may qualify to conduct self-surveys for up to two consecutive years.
   2. (b) During the third year, the department of health will conduct an on-site inspection(s) to ensure compliance with this chapter.
   3. (c) If the department of health determines the TWH site still meets the requirements of the self-survey program after the on-site inspection, the operator shall be eligible for a new self-survey program cycle as described in this subsection.

2. (2) To be in the self-survey program the operator shall:

   1. (a) Meet the requirements of WAC 246-358-025;
   2. (b) Be licensed for two consecutive years without any deficiencies.

3. (3) To remain in the self-survey program the operator shall:

   1. (a) Continue to comply with subsections (1) and (2) of this section;
   2. (b) Complete the department of health self-survey form and return the completed form to the department of health prior to temporary worker occupancy;
   3. (c) Remain free from all deficiencies;
   4. (d) Ensure modifications to any building or structure on the TWH made during the self-survey period meets the conditions of this chapter; and
   5. (e) Not have a change in ownership.
4. (4) When a licensed TWH changes ownership, the new operator shall comply with the requirements of subsection (2) of this section before being eligible to be on the self-survey program.
5. (5) A TWH licensee who qualifies for the self-survey program shall pay a reduced fee as specified in WAC 246-358-990.
6. (6) The department of health or department of labor and industries are authorized to conduct inspections based on complaints or to verify compliance with this chapter.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 70.114A RCW and RCW 43.70.334 through 43.70.340. WSR 15-13-091, § 246-358-027, filed 6/15/15, effective 7/16/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 70.114A.065 and 70.114A.110. WSR 00-06-082, § 246-358-027, filed 3/1/00, effective 3/1/00.]