Workstation Use
Implement policies and procedures that specify the proper functions to be performed, the manner in which those functions are to be performed, and the physical attributes of the surroundings of a specific workstation or class of workstation that can access ePHI.
Implementation Guidance
• Workstation use policies and procedures
• Physical security requirements for workstations
• Workstation configuration standards
• User responsibilities for workstation security
• Workstation monitoring and auditing procedures
• Workstation disposal and sanitization procedures
Key components:
- Workstation use policies
- Physical security requirements
- Configuration standards
- User responsibilities
- Monitoring and auditing
- Disposal procedures
Required Documentation
• Physical security requirements
• Workstation configuration standards
• User responsibilities documentation
• Monitoring and auditing procedures
• Disposal and sanitization procedures
• Training materials and records
Best Practices
• Implement physical security controls
• Establish configuration standards
• Provide user training and awareness
• Monitor workstation use regularly
• Implement proper disposal procedures
• Regular review and update of policies
Common Violations
• Inadequate physical security for workstations
• Insufficient workstation configuration standards
• Poor user training on workstation security
• Inadequate monitoring of workstation use
• Insufficient disposal procedures
Testing Procedures
• Test physical security controls
• Verify configuration standards
• Review user training records
• Test monitoring and auditing capabilities
• Verify disposal procedures
• Review policy compliance
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