The legislature has declared that operating as a solid waste collection company in the state of Washington is a business affected with a public interest and that such companies should be regulated. The purpose of these rules is to administer and enforce chapter 81.77 RCW by establishing standards for:
Public safety;
Fair practices;
Just and reasonable charges;
Nondiscriminatory application of rates;
Adequate and dependable service;
Consumer protection; and
Compliance with statutes, rules and commission orders.
Wash. Admin. Code § 480-70-001
Statutory Authority: RCW 81.04.160, 81.77.030 and 80.01.040. 01-08-012 (Docket No. TG-990161, General Order No. R-479), § 480-70-001, filed 3/23/01, effective 4/23/01.