Washington Safety Standards for Laundry Machinery and Operations WAC 296-303 is a set of regulations created by the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) to ensure the safe operation of laundry machinery and related operations. These standards cover machines, equipment, and personnel involved in laundry operations, and are designed to prevent accidents, injuries, and fatalities. The standards include the following: • Machine Guarding: Requirements for guarding moving parts of laundry machines, such as belts, pulleys, fans, and other moving parts. • Electrical Safety: Requirements for electrical wiring and components in laundry equipment, and for proper grounding and insulation of laundry machines. • Personal Protective Equipment: Requirements for the use of protective clothing, gloves, and other protective equipment when operating laundry machines. • Ventilation: Requirements for adequate ventilation in laundry areas. • Fire Prevention: Requirements for proper fire prevention and protection in laundry areas. • Housekeeping and Maintenance: Requirements for proper housekeeping and maintenance of laundry equipment and areas. • Training: Requirements for training in the safe operation of laundry machines and related operations.