Social Security Number Trace

The social security trace is generally the first step in the background screening process. This report may show names and addresses associated with the social security number and indicate any fraudulent use. Additionally, the report will identify the state and date of issuance for the social security number.

Consent Based Social Security Number Verification (CBSV)

CBSV requires the written consent of the SSN holder (form SSA-89) and the verification results can only be used for the reason the number holder specifies. CBSV verifies whether a name and Social Security Number (SSN) combination match the data in Social Security Administration's (SSA's) records. The submitted information is matched against SSA's Master File of Social Security Numbers. The matching elements include: Social Security number, name, date of birth and a gender code if available. Each SSN and name combination submitted to CBSV will be returned with a "yes" or "no" verification code that the submission either matches or does not match SSA records. If applicable, a death indicator will be reported if the records reflect that the SSN holder is deceased.

Please note that the results obtained from CBSV do not confirm or authenticate "proof of identity".

The CBSV verification may be conducted PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT. The applicant is required to complete and sign government form SSA-89 before the verification can be processed. (InfoTrack will provide necessary forms.)

County Criminal Search

County level criminal searches, to date, are the most reliable source of criminal information.

These searches are performed by directly accessing courthouse records containing the most up-to-date information available.

County criminal searches are considered the "Best Practice" approach to criminal background searching. Results are reported in an easy to read & understand format. It is always advisable to search the applicant's county of residence for criminal records, along with any other counties where the applicant may have resided.

County criminal searches include felony and misdemeanor cases as available by county. Case information includes charge description, offense date, disposition date & sentencing.

Statewide Criminal Search

Statewide criminal searches are completed through each state criminal record repository. The value of the statewide search is the broader coverage. However, many states have restrictions on the amount and the type of information returned. Requirements vary widely by state and not all states will release information for pre-employment purposes. State specific signed release forms and additional fees may apply.

It is always advisable to search the applicant's county of residence for criminal records, along with any other counties where the applicant may have resided.

Nationwide Criminal Database Search/Nationwide Sex Offender Registry Database Search

This search offers a high-speed multi-jurisdictional search of state and county criminal & sex offender databases. The database searched consists of over 150 million records. This search is used to possibly detect crimes committed in jurisdictions that either the applicant did not live in or was not identified on the social trace.

To ensure FCRA compliance, records found must be re-verified.

Database searches are inherently incomplete and are to be used in conjunction with county level criminal searches.

Federal Criminal

Federal criminal court searches identify criminal activity prosecuted through the federal court system. Federal criminal cases are held at the federal districts of each state and will not be found using a state or county level search.

Examples of federal criminal charges include bank robbery, embezzlement, tax evasion, securities fraud, and drug trafficking.

County Civil

Civil suits are lawsuits brought to redress private wrong, such as breach of contract, encroachment and negligence; or to enforce civil remedies such as compensation, damages and injunctions. Civil record searches are conducted at the county level. Records can be searched by plaintiff or defendant.

Reports list plaintiff, defendant, cause of action, date of filing, and disposition or current status.

Federal Civil

Federal civil records are held by the United States District Courts and include cases that involve allegations of violations of federal statutory or constitutional rights.

Examples of federal civil cases include violations of civil rights, actions against the federal government, interstate commerce, anti-trust activity and violation of federal codes. Reports of cases found include plaintiff, defendant, type of action, remedies & awards.

Employment Verification

Employment verifications provide dates of employment, position held, salary and rehire eligibility.

Employment verifications are generally obtained from HR, Personnel or Payroll.

Education Verification

Education verifications provide dates of attendance/graduation, degree earned, degree major.

Professional License Verification

Licenses are verified with the issuing agency and include date of license issuance and current standing.

Reference Verification

Professional and/or personal reference verifications provide a more in-depth verification regarding the applicant's professional and personal history.

Driving Record

Driving records are obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles. Report includes verification of driving privilege status.

The amount of driving history information provided varies by state

Workers Compensation

Report may include employer information, date of injury, type/nature of injury and settlement amount.

Availability and amount of information supplied varies by state

Credit Report

This report will show outstanding debts and key information pertaining to those debts, including regularity of payments and debts sent to collection agencies.

It may also include past addresses and employer information. InfoTrack uses a Peer Report specially compiled for Pre-Employment purposes.

Drug Testing

InfoTrack offers full drug screening services including DOT compliant screening. The most commonly used screens are 5 or 10 panel urine drug tests. Oral fluid/ Saliva, Hair and Instant testing are also available.

5 panel urine drug tests screen for:
Marijuana, Cocaine, PCP, Opiates, Amphetamines

10 panel urine drug tests screen for:
Marijuana, Cocaine, PCP, Opiates, Amphetamines, Barbiturates, Methadone, Methaqualone, Propoxyphene, Benzodiazepines

InfoTrack utilizes both Quest labs and Labcorp for testing. Turn time is 24-72 hours. All positive results are reviewed by a medical review officer before results are issued.

OFAC Terrorist Watch List

The OFAC search pulls from a database supplied by the Department of Treasury's Office of Foreign Asset Control. The list is called OFAC/SDN (Specially Designated Nationals).

As part of its enforcement efforts, OFAC published a list of individuals and companies owned or Controlled by, or acting for or on behalf of, targeted countries. It also lists individuals, groups, and entities, such as terrorists, terrorist supporters and narcotics traffickers designated under programs that are not Country-specific. Collectively, such individuals and companies are called “Specially Designated Nationals” or “SDNs”. Their assets are blocked and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from dealing with them. Many of the sanctions are based on United Nations and other international mandates, are multilateral in scope, and involve close cooperation with allied governments.

I9 E-Verify Verification

InfoTrack Information Services has been federally approved to participate in the Employment Verification Program (EVP) with the Department of Homeland Security & the Social Security Administration.

Through our integration, we provide automated I9 compliance services. The integration allows employers to accurately and quickly verify new employee's legal right to work. Additionally, the process helps identify fraudulent Social Security numbers through the SSA's Employee Verification Services.

OIG/GSA

Report includes search of the following:

• HHS/OIG (Health & Human Services/Office of Inspector General) LEIE (List of Excluded Individuals/Entities)
• GSA (General Services Administration) EPLS (Excluded Parties List System)
• DEA Actions (ODC - Registrant Actions) and FDA Actions (Debarment, Disqualified, Restricted, Restrictions Removed Assurances Lists for Clinical Investigators)
• TRICARE
• State Disciplinary/Sanctioning Board Actions (MD/DO, Dental, Pharmacy and Allied Professions) and State Medicaid Exclusion Lists

This search includes disciplinary action actions taken by federal agencies as well as those taken by licensing and certification agencies in all 50 states.

Cognitive Ability Assessment

Cognitive ability testing ("aptitude testing") is a scientifically-proven, predictive-indicator of job success. It provides a powerful, objective assessment of a candidate's fit for a position, helping employers select candidates that will be both effective and satisfied.