Certified Information Privacy Professional Employment Privacy 2

Question 1

Which federal law requires employers to keep I-9 employment eligibility verification forms and prohibits using them for discriminatory purposes?

Accepted Answer

Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)

Answer

IRCA requires employers to verify employment eligibility via I-9 forms and prohibits discriminatory use of this verification process.

Question 2

Under the ADA, when may an employer require an employee to undergo a medical examination?

Accepted Answer

Only when job-related and consistent with business necessity

Answer

ADA restricts post-hire medical examinations to situations where they are job-related and consistent with business necessity, such as when an employee's ability to perform job functions is in question.

Question 3

Which privacy concern arises when employers use social media screening of job applicants?

Accepted Answer

Exposure to legally protected characteristics not visible during the interview process

Answer

Social media profiles often reveal protected characteristics like religion, race, age, or disability, creating potential discrimination liability if this information influences hiring decisions.

Question 4

What is a key requirement under the FCRA when an employer uses a third-party vendor to conduct social media background screening?

Accepted Answer

The vendor's report is a consumer report subject to FCRA, requiring disclosure and authorization

Answer

When third-party vendors compile social media information into reports for employers, those reports are consumer reports under FCRA, triggering full FCRA obligations.

Question 5

Under GINA (Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act), employers are prohibited from:

Accepted Answer

Using genetic information in employment decisions and requiring or requesting genetic information

Answer

GINA prohibits employers from using genetic information in hiring, firing, or any employment decisions and from requesting or requiring employees to provide genetic information.

Certified Information Privacy Professional Practice Test

Certified Information Privacy Professional Practice Test

Certified Information Privacy Professional Employment Privacy 2