4.4.5 Storing Confidential Information Outside of ECF

All confidential information, with the exception of the paper documents listed below, must be stored in ECF Electronic Case File . See 4.2.2.1 for information that is considered confidential for purposes of the W-2 program.

The following confidential paper documents must be stored in a sealed envelope in the paper file under lock and key:

Confidential documents retained in case of scanner operator error (see 4.4.3 );

Confidential paper copies of any document an agency determines must be kept long-term; and

Attendance documentation that contains confidential information.

Agencies must return original documents to the owner. (See 4.4.1 )

See the ECF User Guide Confidential & Restricted Documents appendix for more information on the different types of document security in ECF.