If any section of these rules is inconsistent with any laws of the United States or any rule, or standard established pursuant thereto, such section shall be construed, superseded, or governed thereby. Nothing contained in these rules shall be construed to limit the powers of any state department or agency. Each provision of these rules is also intended to be construed most liberally in light of the purpose stated in section 13-230-1.
Haw. Code R. § 13-230-2