Site Violation Notices (SVNs)
In the coming months L&I inspectors will begin issuing Site Violation Notices (SVNs). SVNs are intended to penalize and deter infractions that can be quickly complied on site when an inspector comes along but tend to reoccur once the inspector leaves. SVNs carry monetary penalties that go into effect immediately and can be issued each time the inspector observes the violation.
Because SVNs have not been issued in the past, for the first six months L&I will issue Warning Notices without monetary penalty instead of SVNs. Keep an eye out for more information on SVN roll-out.