L&I Adopts Changes to Classification Plan

The Washington state Department of Labor & Industries fixed typos and other errors and revised definitions and wording in its classification plan to make the rules easier to understand. Revised definitions for 42 different job classifications cover occupations, including pipe laying, sewer construction, landscaping, wood framing, auto service and retail, carnivals, retail stores and sales personnel. “The purpose of this rulemaking is not to make substantive changes to how the department classifies employees, but to review and revise our classification plan to ensure it is clear and...