CODESP Background and Reference Investigations 5

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT typically included in a standard background investigation for a public sector position?

Accepted Answer

Medical history and current health status

Answer

Medical history is protected under the ADA and HIPAA and is not a standard component of background investigations; it is only obtained post-offer under specific circumstances.

Question 2

An investigator discovers that a candidate's resume claims a bachelor's degree, but the university has no record of the candidate graduating. The most appropriate next step is to:

Accepted Answer

Contact the candidate to provide an opportunity to explain the discrepancy

Answer

Best practice is to give the candidate an opportunity to explain discrepancies, as administrative errors or name changes can sometimes cause legitimate records issues.

Question 3

The statute of limitations on reporting most adverse credit information under FCRA (excluding bankruptcies) is:

Accepted Answer

7 years

Answer

Most negative credit information, such as late payments, collections, and judgments, may be reported for up to 7 years under FCRA.

Question 4

Which of the following best supports the principle of 'individualized assessment' when making a hiring decision based on a criminal record?

Accepted Answer

Considering the nature of the crime, the time elapsed, and its direct relationship to the job

Answer

Individualized assessment requires weighing the specific offense, how long ago it occurred, evidence of rehabilitation, and how it relates to the job being filled.

Question 5

When a hiring agency contracts with an outside firm to conduct background investigations, the hiring agency:

Accepted Answer

Retains ultimate responsibility for compliance with applicable laws including FCRA

Answer

Even when outsourcing background investigations, the hiring agency retains legal responsibility for compliance with FCRA and other applicable laws.

CODESP - Cooperative Organization for the Development of Employee Selection Procedures Practice Test

CODESP - Cooperative Organization for the Development of Employee Selection Procedures Practice Test

CODESP Background and Reference Investigations 5