Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 296-62-50055(2)(a) establishes a Hazardous Drug Advisory Committee. The purpose of the Hazardous Drug Advisory Committee is to discuss the following:

• New recommendations from the National Institute of Occupational Health and Safety (NIOSH).
• Scientific and technological developments.
• Other unanticipated issues related to implementation of the hazardous drug handling rule.

The Advisory Committee may provide recommendations to the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) regarding appropriate actions. Any recommendations are advisory only. The committee may establish subcommittees and task forces to address specific issues.

• Hazardous Drug Handling Advisory Committee Charter