Article I.  Definitions

This Washington State non-profit organization will be known as the Northwest Locksmiths Association (NWLA).  Its motto will be “For the Betterment of the Profession.”  The slogan will be: “A (NWLA logo) locksmith is the key to your security.”  The adopted (Logo see cover of this document) will be authorized for display and use by the members-in-good-standing only.  The Board of Directors shall judge appropriate use of the name and logo.
   

•  Pacific Northwest Region:  The Pacific Northwest Region will be that area encompassing the State of Washington and Western Idaho, Montana, Alaska and Hawaii.  Other areas within the manageable service area of the NWLA, as concluded by the Board of Directors, may be included.

   

• Professional Locksmith:  A person, by virtue of experience or training who engages in several facets of the locksmith trade that include, but are not limited to, supplying, repairing and installing locks, keys, and related products of the security industry.

   

• Specialized Locksmiths:  A Locksmith who has chosen to limit their field of service to two or fewer facets of the locksmith industry.  E.g.. Safe deposit technology.  Domestic or foreign auto technology, etc.