Laboratory and field documents signed with an electronic signature are acceptable as written signatures when:

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    (1) The integrity of the electronic signature can be assured;
    (2) The signature is unique to the individual;
    (3) The organization using electronic signatures has written policies for the generation and use of electronic signatures; and
    (4) The organization using electronic signatures has written procedures for ensuring the security, confidentiality, integrity and auditability of each signature.
Rulemaking Authority 403.061, 403.0623, 668.006 FS. Law Implemented 668.006, 668.50 FS. History-New 12-3-08.