CERs Background Screening & Verification 5

Question 1

Which document must a U.S. employer retain for I-9 verification, counting from the later of the hire date or the date employment authorization expires?

Accepted Answer

3 years or 1 year after termination, whichever is later

Answer

Employers must retain I-9 forms for 3 years from the date of hire or 1 year after the date of termination, whichever is later.

Question 2

A candidate applies for a driving-intensive delivery role. Which background check component is most directly relevant to job duties?

Accepted Answer

Motor vehicle record (MVR) check

Answer

An MVR check reveals driving history, license status, and traffic violations directly relevant to the safety and reliability requirements of a driving-intensive role.

Question 3

Under the FCRA, after an employer takes adverse action based on a background check, what must be provided to the candidate?

Accepted Answer

A written adverse action notice with CRA name, right to dispute, and free report rights

Answer

The final adverse action notice must include the CRA's name and contact information, a statement that the CRA didn't make the hiring decision, and notice of the candidate's right to dispute.

Question 4

Which practice violates ethical standards when conducting employment reference checks?

Accepted Answer

Contacting references not listed by the candidate without consent

Answer

Contacting unlisted references—especially current employers—without candidate consent can breach confidentiality and harm the candidate's current employment.

Question 5

A candidate requests a copy of their background report from the recruiter's client company. Where should the recruiter direct this request?

Accepted Answer

The CRA that prepared the report, as they are obligated to provide a free copy

Answer

Under the FCRA, candidates have the right to request a copy of their consumer report directly from the CRA that prepared it, including one free copy.

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CERs Background Screening & Verification 5