1. (a) Reasons for issuing a Citation may include:

   1. (1) A laboratory fails to maintain a quality system in accordance with Section 64802.05;
   2. (2) A laboratory fails to comply with the analytical method(s) listed on the laboratory's certificate of accreditation;
   3. (3) A laboratory fails to complete Proficiency Testing studies in accordance with Section 64802.15;
   4. (4) A laboratory fails to complete an on-site assessment in accordance with Section 64802.20;
   5. (5) A laboratory fails to respond to an on-site assessment report with a Corrective Action Plan in accordance with Section 64802.20;
   6. (6) A laboratory fails to implement the corrective actions detailed in the Corrective Action Plan within the required timeframe in accordance with Section 64802.20;
   7. (7) A laboratory fails to pay fees in accordance with Section 64802.25;
   8. (8) A laboratory fails to notify ELAP of changes in key accreditation criteria referenced in Section 64808.15(d)(e) and (f);
   9. (9) A laboratory fails to employ staff that meet the personnel qualifications in accordance with Section 64812.00;
   10. (10) A laboratory makes consistent errors in analyses or erroneous reporting:
   11. (11) A laboratory knowingly makes any false statement or representation pertinent to receiving or maintaining accreditation;
   12. (12) A laboratory knowingly makes any false statement or representation in an application, record, or other document;
   13. (13) A laboratory fails to notify ELAP of a change in ownership; and/or
   14. (14) A laboratory fails to comply with any other provision of these regulations.
2. (b) A laboratory that receives a Citation may petition for reconsideration pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 100880(f).

Note: Authority cited: Section 100830, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 100880, Health and Safety Code.

History

1. New section filed 11-19-2020; operative 1-1-2021 (Register 2020, No. 47). (Filing deadline specified in Government Code section 11349.3(a) extended by 60 calendar days pursuant to Executive Order N-40-20.)