Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0400-20-13-.06

Current through October 22, 2024
Section 0400-20-13-.06 - RECORDS
(1) Form of records.

Each record required by this chapter must be legible throughout the retention period specified by this chapter. The record may be the original or a reproduced copy or a microform, provided that the copy or microform is authenticated by authorized personnel and that the microform is capable of producing a clear copy throughout the required retention period. The record may also be stored in electronic media with the capability for producing legible, accurate, and complete records during the required retention period. Records such as letters, drawings, and specifications, must include all pertinent information such as stamps, initials, and signatures. The licensee shall maintain adequate safeguards against tampering with and loss of records.

(2) Record retention.

Licensees shall maintain the records that are required by the rules in this chapter for the period specified by the appropriate rule. If a retention period is not otherwise specified, these records must be retained until the Division terminates the facility's license. All records related to this chapter may be destroyed upon the Division's termination of the facility license.

Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0400-20-13-.06

Original rule filed June 14, 2017; effective 9/12/2017.

Authority: T.C.A. §§ 68-202-101 et seq., 68-202-201 et seq., and 4-5-201 et seq.