(1) When paid family leave is taken to bond with the employee's child after birth, the employee must provide a copy of:

(a) The child's birth certificate; or

(b) Certification of birth from a health care provider.

(2) When paid family leave is taken to bond with the employee's child after the child's placement as defined in WAC 192-500-195, the employee must provide a copy of a court order verifying placement.

If a court order is not available, the department may accept alternate documentation sufficient to verify the placement.

(3) Additional documentation may be requested to substantiate the qualifying event.