VIII.02
Data Classification and Retention Schedule for iRIS
Objective
This procedure describes the classification of data and records retention schedule for iRIS for the
Office of Research as set forth and approved by UT System.
Policy/Procedure
I. Medical research records including research protocols involving human subjects have been classified as confidential and permanent. Definitions of these classifications can be found in the Handbook of Operating Procedures, Section 175 – Information Technology, Responsibility for the Use of Information Resources - http://www.uthouston.edu/hoop/policy.htm?id=1448198 (Information Classifications).
II. Records are retained as outlined in the Records Retention Schedule (http://records.uth.tmc.edu/retention_schedule.htm) approved by UT System.
Applicable Regulations and Guidelines
Handbook of Operating Procedures, Section 175 – Information Technology, Responsibility for the Use of
Information Resources - http://www.uthouston.edu/hoop/policy.htm?id=1448198
Human Research Protection Program – Policies and Procedures – Research Review Unit – Section 17 – Documentation and Recordkeeping - http://www.uthouston.edu/cphs/policies/record-keeping.htm
Handbook of Operating Procedures, Section 181 – Information Technology, Records Management Program - http://www.uthouston.edu/hoop/policy.htm?id=1448210, Records Retention Schedule Records Retention Schedule - (http://records.uth.tmc.edu/retention_schedule.htm
Links Updated 2/2013
CPHS HELPLINE: 713-500-7943
iRIS HELPLINE: 713-500-7960
UTHealth Houston Compliance Hotline: 800-846-0632 (English & Spanish)
IRB OFFICE HOURS: Thursdays, 1–4pm via Teams Room
Committee for the Protection of Human Subjects
7000 Fannin St, Suite 1840Houston, Texas 77030
Phone: 713-500-7943
Fax: 713-500-7951
Email: [email protected]
Committee for the Protection of Human Subjects
IRIS Support: 713-500-7960
