These rules:

1. (1) Implement the law passed by the legislature to register surgical technologists and place them under chapter 18.130 RCW, the Uniform Disciplinary Act.
2. (2) Inform the public of who must register under this law.
3. (3) Inform applicants and registrants of the type of actions that can lead to discipline against their credential.
4. (4) Inform applicants of their recourse in the event their application is denied.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.215 RCW and RCW 18.130.050 and 18.215.040. WSR 01-14-044, § 246-939-005, filed 6/29/01, effective 7/30/01.]