SECTION 310:2-31-23. The inquiry report

(a)   Elements of the inquiry report. A written inquiry report must be prepared that states the name and title of the committee members and experts, if any; the allegations; the PHS support; a summary of the inquiry process used; a list of the research records reviewed; summaries of any interviews; a description of the evidence in sufficient detail to demonstrate whether and investigation is warranted or not; and the committee's determination as to whether an investigation is recommended and whether any other actions should be taken if an investigation is not recommended. OSDH counsel will review the report for legal sufficiency.

(b)   Comments on the draft report by the respondent and the whistleblower. After first redacting the identity of the whistleblower, the RIO will provide the respondent with a copy of the redacted draft inquiry report for comment and rebuttal, and will provide the whistleblower, if he or she is identifiable, with portions of the draft inquiry report that address the whistleblower's role and opinions in the investigation.

(c)   Confidentiality. The RIO shall establish reasonable conditions for review to protect the confidentiality of the draft report.

(d)   Receipt of comments. Within 14 calendar days of their receipt of the draft report, the whistleblower and respondent will provide their comments, if any, to the inquiry committee. Any comments that the whistleblower or respondent submits on the draft report will become part of the final inquiry report and record. Based on the comments, the inquiry committee may revise the report as appropriate.

[Source: Added at 36 Ok Reg 1649, eff 9-13-19]