Gateway Form

I would follow the same protocols for any other electronic signature.  It should be irrefutable and able to confirm that it was the individual that placed it there.  A typed signature in a document, in my opinion, shows no confirmation that it was the individual who put it there.  It could be anyone, but of course if your End Point Assessment Organisation has confirmed it is acceptable, then so be it!  

I would want to assurance myself that the document came from the originators email address as a minimum however to confirm it is genuine.

The gateway form is not a funding requirement however, it is an EPAO requirement.  The only signature requirement I can see is confirmation from the employer at the point of entering gateway that they will continue to employ the apprentice until the final date of EPA.  

Maybe others can add some more information, but that my take on it for you.

Paul.

Thanks Paul

Hi Paul - this has come up within my organisation as a potential issue. Where does it state that it is not a funding requirement? Would it come up during an audit especially if the EPAO has accepted it - surely it is their decision whether to accept or not?

Thanks for any help you can offer.