Employees of an endorsed outlet may access the database to confirm the validity of a recognition card presented by a patient or designated provider.

(1) An employee of an endorsed outlet must register with the department to receive credentials for access. The registration process shall be established by the department.

(2) The department shall verify the employee's identity and employment status before providing credentials to access the database.

(3) The employee shall access the database using the credentials issued by the department or the department's designee. If the credentials issued are lost or missing, or the security of the credentials is compromised, the employee shall notify the department by telephone and in writing within one business day.

(4) An endorsed outlet owner or manager shall inform the department and the database vendor in writing immediately upon the termination of employment of an employee with access.

(5) All requests for, uses of, and disclosures of information from the database by authorized persons must be consistent with chapter 69.51A RCW and this chapter.