Washington Safety Program for Solar Contractors
Requirements
Washington requires employers to maintain a written Accident Prevention Program under WAC 296-155-110. This applies to solar contractor operations including photovoltaic installation, rooftop work, electrical connections, fall protection. Washington L&I enforces these requirements through inspections.
What Your Accident Prevention Program Must Cover
For solar contractor, your safety program must address the specific hazards of your operations. This includes hazard identification procedures, employee training requirements, incident investigation protocols, and documentation of safety inspections. Washington-specific citations and requirements are built into every section.
Trade-Specific Hazards
Solar Contractor operations involve photovoltaic installation, rooftop work, electrical connections, fall protection. Your safety program must identify these hazards, prescribe controls, and document training for each one. Generic templates miss the trade-specific requirements that Washington L&I inspectors look for.
Additional Programs You May Need
Depending on your specific operations, Washington solar contractors may also need a Hazard Communication Program (29 CFR 1910.1200), Fall Protection Plan (29 CFR 1926.502(k)), and Emergency Action Plan (29 CFR 1910.38). Use our compliance tool to determine exactly which programs apply to your operation.