(1) A Washington state name and date of birth background check is valid for two years from the initial date it is conducted. The adult family home must ensure:

(a) A new DSHS background authorization form is submitted to the department's background check central unit every two years for each individual listed in WAC 388-76-10161;

(b) There is a valid Washington state background check for all individuals listed in WAC 388-76-10161.

(2) A national fingerprint background check is valid for an indefinite period of time. The adult family home must ensure there is a valid national fingerprint background check for individuals hired after January 7, 2012 as caregivers, entity representatives or resident managers. To be considered valid, the individual must have completed the national fingerprint background check through the background check central unit after January 7, 2012.