CPC CPC Documentation & Reporting Requirements 1

Question 1

What is the Custody and Control Form (CCF) used for in a federally regulated drug testing program?

Accepted Answer

To document the chain of custody of a urine specimen from collection through laboratory analysis

Answer

The CCF tracks the specimen from the moment of collection through the laboratory process, ensuring an unbroken chain of custody.

Question 2

How many copies does a standard federal CCF contain, and what is the purpose of Copy 1?

Accepted Answer

Five copies; Copy 1 is sent to the laboratory with the specimen

Answer

The federal CCF has five copies; Copy 1 (the original) accompanies the specimen to the laboratory for testing.

Question 3

Which section of the CCF must the collector complete to certify the collection was performed according to federal guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Step 4, the collector certification section

Answer

Step 4 requires the collector's signature and printed name, certifying that the collection was performed in accordance with 49 CFR Part 40.

Question 4

What must a collector do if they make an error on the CCF during the collection process?

Accepted Answer

Draw a single line through the error, make the correction, and initial and date the change

Answer

Errors on the CCF must be corrected with a single strikethrough, the correct information, and the collector's initials and date to maintain a clear audit trail.

Question 5

Which step of the CCF requires both the collector and donor to sign?

Accepted Answer

Step 4

Answer

Step 4 of the CCF contains signature lines for both the collector and the donor, certifying the collection details are accurate.

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CPC CPC Documentation & Reporting Requirements 1