Privacy issues are key in the employment screening industry as regulatory bodies issue rulings and legislation designed to protect consumers' rights. Be advised that First Advantage and all employment screening companies must adhere to these regulations, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), the EEOC, and the Drivers Privacy Protection Act, among others.
The FCRA is the most significant regulation guiding employment screening. As a courtesy to our clients and visitors, First Advantage provides an overview of the FCRA to address the requirements related to the employment background checking process.
This synopsis is provided strictly as guidance and is not intended as legal advice or as a sole educational tool for the employer's staff. Please consult your legal counsel for specific guidance. Employers retain the responsibility to understand the FCRA and educate their staff involved in the screening process. For a full copy of the FCRA and other useful information, visit the Federal Trade Commission's Website at http://www.ftc.gov/os/statutes/fcra.htm.
For a full copy of the "Notice to Users of Consumer reports: Obligations of Users Under the FCRA" visit the link below:
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Other compliance information:
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Website
Title VII
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
EEOC Notice: Policy Guidance
on the Consideration of Arrest Records in Employment Decisions
Mastroianni
Jul 23 1999
The Americans
with Disabilities Act of 1990, Titles I and V
Mastroianni Mar 8
1999
Mastroianni May
14 1996
Mastroianni Apr 1
1998
The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967
The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Sections 501 and 505
Transportation Security Administration, Legal Guidance on Criminal History Records Checks
Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs
USDOT Changes Drug Testing Rule to Increase Employee Safeguards
Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act of 2003
