The laboratory director is responsible for the overall operation and administration of the laboratory, including the prompt, accurate, and proficient reporting of test results. The laboratory director must--
(a) Direct no more than five laboratories; and
(b) Ensure that any procedure listed under Sec. 493.19(c)--
(1) Is personally performed by an individual who meets the qualification requirements in Sec. 493.1363; and
(2) Is performed in accordance with applicable requirements in subparts H, J, K, and M of this part. [57 FR 7172, Feb. 28, 1992, as amended at 68 FR 3713, Jan. 24, 2003; 68 FR 50724, Aug. 22, 2003]