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The WSIRB will only review research applications for research that is within its jurisdiction (DSHS, DOH, L&I, HCA, DEL, and several county health departments).
WSIRB Forms
Researchers planning to submit a proposal to the WSIRB should call and discuss their proposed research with Review Section staff before preparing their application. You may call Review Section staff at 360.902.8075.
Downloads and Links
- Research Application (Revised July 2012)
- Exempt Determination Request (Revised May 2013)
- Continuation Approval Request (Revised May 2013)
- Study Amendment Request (Revised May 2013)
- Unanticipated Problem and/or Adverse Events (Revised July 2012)
- Report of Protocol Deviation (July 2012)
- Additional Signature Page - Confidentiality Agreement (Revised January 2013)
- Certification that Research Records Have Been De-Identified (April 2006)
If you have any difficulties downloading the electronic documents, please contact us at wsirb@dshs.wa.gov.
Researchers submitting proposals to the WSIRB should review the following documents:
- Washington State Agency Policy on Protection of Human Research Subjects
- HIPAA Privacy Rule - Requirements For Research
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