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Why Urine is the Testing Matrix of Choice for Routine Random Drug Testing in Safety Sensitive Industries
Urine is the preferred testing matrix for routine random drug testing in safety-sensitive industries due to its non-invasive collection, cost-effectiveness, and ability to detect a wide range of substances. This method provides a reliable indicator of recent drug use, ensuring workplace safety and compliance with regulatory standards. There are several advantages of urine testing, most […]
The Evolution and Impact of Fingerprint-Based Criminal Background Checks in Employing Teachers
Fingerprint-based criminal background checks in the hiring process of teachers have evolved to become a crucial tool for ensuring the safety and integrity of educational environments. By examining the historical context, advancements in technology, and the implications for schools, this article emphasizes the importance of thorough background checks in safeguarding students and maintaining public trust […]
Exploring the Various Types of Background Checks; What You Need to Know
Background checks vary widely and serve different purposes, from employment and tenant screening to verifying a company’s integrity. They can include criminal history, credit reports, education verification, and reference checks. Understanding the specific requirements and legal considerations for each type of background check is crucial. It’s important to ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations […]
The Hidden Cost of Cheap Background Checks: Why Commoditization is Undermining Quality and Compliance
Some argue that the commoditization and aggressive pricing of background checks compromise their quality and compliance. This results in inadequate vetting processes that might miss crucial information, ultimately risking organizational security and integrity. The author of this article emphasizes the importance of investing in high-quality, compliant background checks to ensure thorough and reliable results that […]
The Impact of Bad Data on the Background Checking Process
A recent study on criminal records cast doubt on the accuracy of the information that background-checking firms are providing to employers. The research analyzed criminal records comparing official state reports and two private-sector background checks sources. Based on the analysis, private-sector background checks are laden with false-positive and false-negative errors, mismatched data that create false […]
NYDFS Urges Caution Given Threats Posed by Remote Technology Workers with Ties to North Korea
The New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) is urging organizations to exercise caution when hiring remote employees. The advice follows an increase in individuals located in North Korea misleading companies regarding their location in order to generate income and potentially gain access to systems or data. Organizations should consider raising awareness with senior […]
Increased Privacy Enforcement Actions Anticipated Under Texas Privacy Law
The Texas Privacy and Data Security Act (TPDSA), effective in July 2024, and the Texas Securing Children Online through Parental Empowerment (SCOPE) Act, which became effective in September 2024, aim to regulate privacy in the state. Businesses should become familiar with these regulations to ensure compliance with the TPDSA and all U.S. state privacy rights […]
Employee Monitoring: Increased Use Draws Increased Scrutiny from Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has issued a policy statement to explain the link between the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and employers’ growing use of artificial intelligence to evaluate, rank, and score applicants and employees. The “Circular” reinforces the steps employers should take to assess the current technological tools they are using to […]
Colorado AG Proposes Amendments to the Colorado Privacy Act Rules to Implement Recent Legislative Updates
The Colorado Attorney General’s Office has filed a set of proposed draft amendments to the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA) Rules, which largely focus on consumer data. The amendments include a new process for entities and individuals to request interpretive guidance and opinion letters regarding the intended effect of the CPA. House Bill 1130 also requires […]
California Regulators Take Aim at Resume Screening and Other Automated Tech: 4 Steps for Businesses After Latest Privacy Agency Meeting
Privacy officials in California have pushed forward with key initiatives involving formal rulemaking that would significantly impact businesses and employers using resume screening and other automated decision-making technology (ADMT). The agency is also looking at finalizing data broker registration requirements and updating the future direction of California Consumer Privacy Act. Employers would be wise to […]
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