711.01 Coupon Security SR 94-04, 04/94 (FSM-A)

Coupons in the District Office must be guarded against theft, embezzlement, loss, damage, or destruction. Ensure coupon security according to the criteria below:

. Record all loose coupons and unopened coupon envelopes received in the District Office on Form 475, Coupon Log.

. Lock coupons in a secure, monitored storage area. Limit access to the coupons.

. Mail coupons back to the Bureau of Data Management (BDM) within 1 working day of receipt when someone has voluntarily returned them to the District Office or has brought them in for exchange.

. Keep coupons for 5 days when BDM had delivered them to the District Office for safe delivery. Mail them back to BDM on the sixth day.

. Require an authorized individual to present an I.D. when claiming coupons at the District Office. Also have the individual sign Form 475 to acknowledge receipt.