Which of the following should NOT be included in the documentation of record destruction?

• A. Dates not covered in destruction
• B. Date of destruction
• C. Method of destruction
• D. Witness statements

Answer: (A)

Destruction records are meant to show the actual disposal event in a clear, verifiable way. The record should include the date of destruction, the method used, and any witness statements to confirm and authorize the action. The date of destruction anchors the event in time; the method demonstrates that the disposal met security or policy standards; witness statements provide independent verification that what was supposed to be destroyed actually was destroyed. Dates not tied to the destruction event don’t support verification and can create confusion, so they should not be included. This keeps the documentation accurate, focused, and auditable.