Unless the context clearly requires otherwise, the definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter.

1. (1) Authorized training provider. An apprenticeship program registered with the Washington state apprenticeship and training council, by a fire-resistant material manufacturer, or other certified training provider approved by the department to provide training in the application of fire-resistant materials.
2. (2) Certified fire-resistant material applicator. An individual certified by the department to apply fire-resistant material.
3. (3) Certificate. A document issued by the department that validates an individual's completion of an approved fire-resistant material applicators training course and authorizes an individual to apply fire-resistant materials, install firestop, or both.

4. (4) Competent instructor. An instructor who has demonstrated satisfactory performance in the occupation for a minimum of three years beyond the customary learning period for that occupation and who:

   1. (a) Meets the requirements of the state board for community and technical colleges for a vocational-technical instructor; or
   2. (b) Is recognized within an industry as having expertise in a specific occupation and is a subject matter expert; and
   3. (c) Has training in teaching techniques and adult learning styles. The training may be acquired before, or within one year after, the competent instructor begins to provide related supplemental instruction.
5. (5) Contractor. An employer performing work that includes the application of fire-resistant material, or any person, partnership, or business entity that does not have employees but that performs work that includes the application of fire-resistant material.
6. (6) Department. The department of labor and industries.

7. (7) Fire-resistant material.

   1. (a) Wet or dry mix materials, cementitious materials, and fibrous materials, applied to achieve an hourly fire-resistant rating for buildings classified as construction types I, II, III, IV, and V, as defined by the International Building Code; and
   2. (b) Sealants, putty, and caulking used for firestop systems, applied to risk category III and IV buildings, as defined by the International Building Code.
8. (8) Fireproofing or spray fireproofing. Is the use of spray-applied fire-resistant or resistive materials (SFRM) in a building to prevent structural collapse and allow safe egress of occupants in case of a fire.
9. (9) Firestop. Materials used to form a passive fire protection that is used to seal around openings, between joints in a fire-resistance-rated wall, floor, ceiling, or shaft system.
10. (10) Person. One or more individuals, partnerships, associations, corporations, business trusts, legal representatives, or any organized group of persons.
11. (11) Registered apprentice. An apprentice registered in an apprenticeship program approved by the Washington state apprenticeship and training council according to chapter 49.04 RCW.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.060, 49.105.040, chapters 49.17 and 49.105 RCW. WSR 25-12-051, s 296-156-003, filed 5/29/25, effective 7/1/25.]