(1) The department may provide incidental access to private or confidential information and records by private parties who are assisting the department in such areas as data processing and collection of employment security contributions pursuant to RCW 50.13.080.

(2) Persons provided incidental access to private and confidential records:

(a) Are bound by the rules of confidentiality and privacy applicable to departmental employees;

(b) Will be monitored by the department to ensure that private and confidential information or records are being handled correctly; and

(c) Are subject to any penalties provided under state or federal law for the breach of any confidentiality provision.