ASIS GDL PBS-2009: Preemployment Background Screening Guideline provides practical guidance for understanding, designing, and implementing preemployment background screening programs. Developed as an ASIS International security guideline, it addresses the purpose and value of screening, documented program structure, legal and compliance considerations, applicant review, interviews, screening elements, position-based screening criteria, decision-making procedures, audits, and supporting sample materials.
This PDF is intended for professionals responsible for hiring risk management, workplace security, human resources, legal compliance, and background screening program oversight. It includes coverage of topics such as Fair Credit Reporting Act considerations, privacy, record retention, criminal records, identity verification, employment and education verification, professional credentials, drug screening, and consistent decision-making practices.
Application Scope: This guideline is focused on U.S. employers and organizations employing people within the United States, with recommendations to consult counsel for country-specific processes when screening applicants in other jurisdictions.
