Spring cleaning might feel like a time to finally tackle the overflowing file cabinets, the stray folders piling up on desks, or to address long-forgotten digital files hiding in shared drives. But any such decluttering must be done with a firm eye on compliance. Getting rid of documents too early or improperly can expose you to audit risks.

You must take four steps when you learn a child at your site has an EBLL at or above the new threshold.

Sites now have until Oct. 1 to meet the new requirements.