For purposes of section 4172 of the code, the phrase “area which is secure” means a locked storage area within a physician's office. The area shall be secure at all times. The keys to the locked storage area shall be available only to staff authorized by the physician to have access thereto.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 2018 and 4172, Business and Professions Code. Reference: Section 4172, Business and Professions Code.

History

1. New section filed 8-8-96; operative 9-7-96 (Register 96, No. 32).

2. Change without regulatory effect amending section and Note filed 4-13-98 pursuant to section 100, title 1, California Code of Regulations (Register 98, No. 16).