SECTION 12.21. Inspections

(a) Submission of an application for a license as a dispensing organization constitutes permission for entry by the department to the regulated premises of the dispensing organization at any time during regular business hours.

(b) While conducting an inspection or engaging in activity reasonably related to the inspection, the department may be assisted by a peace officer, a representative of the State Fire Marshal's Office or another appropriate state or local regulatory agency.

(c) Within thirty (30) calendar days of the date of receipt of the written notice of violation, the dispensing organization shall provide the department with notification of all corrective actions taken and the dates of the corrections.

(d) Onsite inspections may include but are not limited to review of:

(1) All requirements provided in §12.11(b) of this title (relating to Application for License);

(2) Security equipment and protocols as provided in Subchapter D of this title (relating to Security);

(3) Records as provided in §12.4 of this title (relating to Records).

(e) Failure to cooperate with an inspection by department or other authorized personnel may result in suspension or revocation of the individual's registration and the license of the dispensing organization.

Source Note: The provisions of this §12.21 adopted to be effective January 10, 2016, 41 TexReg 493; amended to be effective March 15, 2017, 42 TexReg 1146