State of Washington West

The State of Washington office located in Olympia WA serves as the central hub for the state's government operations. Nestled in the capital city this office focuses on various administrative functions policy development and public services. Visitors can engage with state representatives and access resources related to Washington's laws and regulations. Generated from this place's information

The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries provides safety, health and security services to more than 3 million workers in Washington. A part of the state of Washington, the department helps employers meet safety and health standards and inspects workplaces when alerted to hazards. It is also the administrator of the state's workers' compensation system that includes medical and limited wage-replacement coverage for workers who suffer job-related injuries and illnesses. The department serves customers in over 20 offices throughout Washington. It employs nearly 2,700 employees, including safety inspectors, claims specialists, nurses, researchers, accountants, labor experts and support staff. The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries maintains one of its locations in Tukwila, Wash.

The Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals, also known as BIIA, is administered by the government of the State of Washington. It is an independent agency that hears appeals on decisions made by the Department of Labor and Industries. It considers pleas in the areas of industrial insurance, crime victim compensation and safety citations under the Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA). The board also offers online appeal filing solutions.