Ariz. Admin. Code § 13-15-106

Current through Register Vol. 30, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section R13-15-106 - Testing Site Minimum Facilities Requirements

A. All Rapid DNA testing sites shall have the following:

1. A minimum of six square feet of counter space to perform sample preparation and sample analysis,

2. A minimum of 100 square feet of space to house the Rapid DNA instrument, a computer with monitor, and a printer,

3. Appropriate temperature, lighting and humidity to maintain the integrity of samples, the Rapid DNA instrument, and reagents as specified by the manufacturer of the instrument and reagents,

4. Restrictions on personnel access to reduce potential contamination of samples,

5. Uninterrupted power supply or other backup power source to prevent damage to the instrument and to prevent failures of Rapid DNA tests due to power loss,

6. Floors and countertops able to withstand frequent decontamination with bleach solutions, and

7. A temperature-monitored refrigerator for storage of reagents, where applicable.

B. Testing sites cannot be used for any other purpose besides preparation of samples for Rapid DNA analysis and running of samples on the instrument.

C. Floors, countertops and equipment shall be decontaminated on a regular basis at minimum of every two weeks to maintain cleanliness and minimize any foreign DNA. A cleaning log should be maintained at each testing site and be made available for review by the Department when requested.

D. Equipment calibration and maintenance shall be tracked in a log that is maintained at each Rapid DNA testing site. At a minimum the log shall contain information on the date and nature of the calibration or maintenance and include any associated paperwork from the person performing the calibration or maintenance. This log shall be made available for review by the Department when requested.

Ariz. Admin. Code § R13-15-106

New section made by final rulemaking at 28 A.A.R. 998, effective 7/3/2022.