Iowa Admin. Code r. 661-159.20

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 11, December 11, 2024

Rule 661-159.20 - Testing

(1)Methods. The following methods and procedures shall be used to collect samples or perform testing to determine the presence of alcohol or a controlled substance in the person's breath or bodily fluid.

a. Evidentiary breath testing devices and methods as described in rule 661-l57.2(32lJ).

b. Preliminary breath screening test devices and methods as described in rule 661-l57.5(32lJ).

c. Urine collection methods and equipment as described in rule 661-l57.3(32lJ).

d. The SCRAM® continuous alcohol monitoring or remote breath device.

(2)Other devices and methods. Scientifically established tests or methods appropriate to a particular device shall be used in determining whether an alternative device or method meets an acceptable standard for operation, including accuracy. The department may, in its discretion, accept test results from another laboratory. The commissioner may consider all other factors in addition to scientific testing and accuracy, including but not limited to cost, availability, and training in determining whether or not to approve a method or device. Approval of other devices or methods is in the sole discretion of the commissioner.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 661-159.20

Adopted by IAB September 26, 2018/Volume XLI, Number 7, effective 10/8/2018