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1 Social Security Number Validations Recommended for all applicants as a way of determining whether the applicant is using a social security number that was validly issued by the US Government. This is often the first check at verifying the integrity of an applicant. Tells whether the applicant is using a valid social security number and helps determine whether other background checks should be completed on the applicant. Provides such information as the year and state in which the social security number was issued, as well as if any death benefits have been filed. Name and Address Trace Recommended for all applicants. Used to cross reference addresses supplied by the applicant to ensure the integrity of the information on the job application or resume. Information is acquired through credit bureaus, phone records, historical credit records and property records. Reveals names associated with a social security number, past and present addresses, and suspected fraudulent use of a social security number. Premier Employment Screening Services also recommends the addresses from a trace report be used as a way of determining any additional state or county criminal history checks. Criminal History Check Recommended for all applicants to ensure a safe work environment. Searches of public records are available from any of the county courthouses in the United States along with 43 statewide repositories (for statewide searches) providing both felony and/or misdemeanor access. Generally, the search is conducted in the individual county courts where the applicant resides and/or works, or as requested by the client. Premier Employment Screening Services suggests conducting a 7-year criminal history search of current and previous addresses of residence and on names associated with the individuals social security number. Premier s products go beyond just a standard database search. Our nationwide network of court researchers physically go into the courthouse to ensure our clients are provided with the most up-to-date and accurate information. County courts are the most comprehensive source of information for criminal activity. County search results provide criminal charges, dates, sentencing and disposition, for felonies and/or misdemeanors in the county seat court of the requested jurisdiction. Detailed dockets and supporting information are also available. Metro area searches are a compilation of county level searches located in metropolitan areas to ensure coverage where residency and employment may extend beyond a single county. Statewide repositories for each state vary in detail and scope of information available. Data may reflect arrest information obtained by police departments, county cases forwarded from local courts, or other criminal data housed by the state. Federal district search results provide information on criminal activity that occurred outside state or local jurisdiction and was prosecuted at the district court level. Examples of criminal activity include kidnapping, drug trafficking, interstate transportation of stolen goods, bank robbery, and embezzlement. Workers Compensation Claims History Recommended for employer assurance and applicant protection. Provides a history of the applicant s work related injuries filed by the employer. Searches assist employers in placing new hires in positions suited to their physical abilities. Reports usually include claim information, injury type, date, and case number. Premier Employment Screening Services strictly adheres to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). page S. College Avenue Fort Collins, CO

2 Civil Court Record Check Recommended for tenant, vendor, business partnerships and nanny screening. Also useful for medical and real estate professionals, management, general contractors, outsourced professionals, and other service providers. Civil Court Records reveal whether a person or company is involved in non-criminal lawsuits including litigation for tort, contract, or real estate disputes. Other cases typical of civil court records include small claims and tenant eviction. County Civil records are usually split between the upper and lower courts based on the monetary amount of the claim (figure varies based on the jurisdiction). The data comes directly from the individual counties and contains filings of court cases containing all plaintiffs, defendants, case numbers, a description of the charge, offense or situation, disposition, date of filings, judgment and additional identifiers (when possible). National Criminal Offender Scan Recommended as an effective tool for screening applicants who have lived in numerous locations or whose previous positions required travel across state lines. Great product when used as a supplement to the county criminal history search as a way to identify criminal activity in jurisdictions outside of current and previous residence and employment geographical locations. Premier Employment Screening Services searches over 140 million records in 42 states plus D.C. This search contains information related to multiple criminal record sources, including information from the Department of Corrections incarceration, parole, and release files, Administrative Office of Court records, and state and county criminal records. When information is found, Premier doesn t just report the instance like many of our competitors, but we further investigate by researching the source in the jurisdiction reported before making the final report available. Motor Vehicle Driving Record Recommended for all positions requiring the use of a motor vehicle or for individuals driving personal vehicles for company use. Reveals a pattern of unsafe driving and may unveil drug and alcohol use. In some states, convictions of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol are not revealed on the criminal record and are placed on the MVR. Insurance carriers recommend this report at the time of hire and then annually every year thereafter as a way of verifying activity that has occurred throughout the year. Premier Employment Screening Services reports include such items as DUI arrests and convictions, reckless behavior, moving violations, suspensions and revocations, residential addresses and physical identifi ers, and endorsements. Additionally, the reports outline the type of license approved, expiration date and any restrictions to that license as well as previous driver license numbers. Premier adheres to guidelines set forth by the Driver s Privacy Protection Act (DPPA). Credit Report Recommended for all positions that involve access to cash, company equipment, or financial record keeping. page 2 Allows the employer insight to the applicant s level of fiduciary responsibility. Information such as payment histories, liens, judgments, lawsuits and bankruptcies, alias or other names used, outstanding financial obligations, and previous residences based on bureau records is provided. This nationwide check is conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and all applicable county, state, and federal laws. This report is an excellent tool for people entering into a business partnership. Premier Employment Screening Services has access to and can provide information from the major credit bureaus. Special setup requirements may be necessary for credit report authorization.

3 Sex Offender Registry Check Recommended for all applicants that may interact with children, the elderly, medical patients, or others in a position of trust. Also a viable product for those working in personal residences or serving as a volunteer. This includes non profit programs, counselors, instructors, medical professionals, contractors, and residential service providers. Provides information regarding felony and misdemeanor convictions of any sexual assault, aggravated sexual assault, aggravated criminal sexual contact, and/or kidnapping under Megan s Law. Reports offer the offense date, charge and offense classification, and additional identifiers if available. Individuals on these registries are required to register in the state in which they reside. Premier Employment Screening Services is currently able to conduct this search in all 50 states. Premier can search a single state or conduct a National Sex Offender Registry search. State policies vary and may only provide information on high risk/repeat offenders. Health and Human Services Report Recommended for all health care employees. Premier Employment Screening Services conducts a query with the Department of Health & Human Services which provides information on individuals who have been convicted of Medicaid or Medicare fraud. The search displays those individuals and entities currently excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid and all other federal health care programs. Report also reveals classifications, specialty, exclusions, description of offense, date of offense as well as additional identifiers when possible. This service protects medical entities from monetary loss or penalties. No program payments are made to any entity in which an excluded individual is serving as an employee, administrator, operator, or other position. Institutions that knowingly hire excluded parties face a Civil Monetary Penalty. To allow organizations to make different risk management decisions depending on the individual or entity, Premier Employment Screening Services offers three levels of screening for healthcare individuals. The three levels vary in the depth of the sanction search provided. Level 1 conducts a search of the sanction information as taken by the OIG, the GSA and other federal agencies against individuals and entities. The information reported in this level meets the government s minimum requirements for sanction screening as set forth in the OIG s Compliance Program Guidance. Level 2 combines the Level 1 search of the federal agencies with disciplinary action information from multiple agencies and one state of choice. Level 3 is the most robust search option, allowing you to conduct a search of disciplinary actions taken by federal agencies as well as those taken by licensing and certification agencies in all 50 states. This is the most comprehensive search method available. Employment Verification Recommended for all applicants due to the fact that employment history is often embellished. Additional way to verify the information an applicant provides on his or her job application or resume. Premier s reference check department diligently and rapidly gets the information you need to make a sound hiring decision. Information is solicited for such items as dates of employment, position or title, wages and salary, attendance record, reasons for leaving, eligibility for re-hire, job duties, evaluation of work performance, interaction with others, and disciplinary actions. Although the Premier staff are trained to attempt to obtain the above information employers are not obligated to provide more than a verification of employment dates, title or position held, wages or salary, and a rehire status. page 3

4 DOT Employment Verification Recommended for all DOT applicants as required by law in Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations. page 4 product offerings Provides DOT applicant employment history covering the past three years as directed under the Code of Federal Regulations. In addition to information obtained during an employment verification such as dates of employment, title, salary, reason for leaving, eligibility for rehire and overall job performance, Premier s staff will promptly and professionally solicit answers to the additional employment questions required by the Federal DOT. This verification provides deeper insight into the applicant s previous alcohol and substance abuse testing levels, refusals to test, violations to the DOT prohibitions, rehabilitation program participation and reportable accidents. Premier Employment Screening Services ensures that the complex DOT laws are being followed. Sample Questions Included: 1. Has the applicant had an alcohol test with a confirmed breath alcohol concentration of 0.04 or greater in the past three years? 2. Has the applicant had a controlled substance test with a positive result in the past three years? 3. Has the applicant refused a controlled substance test and/or alcohol test within the past three years? 4a. In the past 36 months, has the above named driver violated the Department of Transportation (DOT) alcohol and substance abuse prohibitions. (If no skip to #5) 4b. If you answered YES to question 4a, did the operator successfully complete a rehabilitation program prescribed by a Substance Abuse Professional? (If yes skip to #5) 4c. If you answered NO or UNSURE to question 4b, was the driver s employment terminated by your company and do you know if the Driver successfully completed a rehabilitation program prescribed by a Substance Abuse Professional? 5. Was the individual s termination involuntary? 6. In the past 36 months, has the above named driver had any reportable accidents under 49 CFR while employed at your company? Education Confirmation Recommended for all applicants; especially those applying for a position requiring a degree or certification. Level of education is the most common item falsified on a job application or resume. An education confirmation provides verification of attendance, degrees, course certifications, GPA s, honors, course of study, and dates attended. Premier also includes a unique accreditation process for validating institutions vs. degree mills, unaccredited agencies distributing fake degrees and certificates. Premier Employment Screening Services verifies academic credentials at all institutions including high school, college, and technical and trade schools. An extensive database of accredited universities and degree mills, combined with our skilled research teams, ensures all educational claims will be verified for accuracy. Personal Reference Check Recommended for all applicants when trying to validate the candidate s integrity and relationships with others. Contacts to colleagues and co-workers listed on the applicants resume or job application are done to obtain a full assessment of the individual. Key questions to references address dependability, work ethic, people skills, adaptability, learning skills, judgment, written and verbal communication skills, areas for development, as well as positive and negative qualities. The reference will have an opportunity to offer additional comments regarding the applicant. Questions can be tailored specifically to your company or the position. Premier Employment Screening Services skilled interviewers can save an employer time and money. In addition to ending countless rounds of phone calls and long distance bills, employers receive added legal protection under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

5 page 5 Credential and Professional License Verification Recommended for all applicants applying for positions requiring professional license and for positions requiring skills that may be listed as credentials on resumes or job applications. Verifies the qualifications and the integrity of the applicant by confirming that credentials and licenses stated on a job application or resume are correct. Examples include Federal Aviation Administration license, Registered Nurse, Electrical, Certified Public Accountant, Mental Health Professions, CPR, etc. Premier Employment Screening Services obtains results that include issuing agency, license type, issue and expiration dates and current status of the license and/or credential. Military Service Verification Recommended for all applicants stating they have military service on a job application or resume. In addition to verifying information an applicant provides on his or her job application or resume, Premier Employment Screening Services offers detailed reports regarding military service. Reports can contain such information as dates of enlistment, classification of service, rank, pay grade, job description, decorations and medals, work performance, and reason for discharge. This information is not normally found in employment and education screenings. Premier s reference check department diligently and rapidly gets the information you need to make a sound hiring decision. Substance Abuse Testing Premier Employment Screening Services offers a nationwide administration of employee drug and alcohol testing programs that strictly adhere to federal and state guidelines for both Department of Transportation (DOT) applicants and non-dot applicants. Premier has developed partnerships with several of the nation s top drug testing vendors, providing us with thousands of DHHS (Department of Health and Human Services) certified and trained collection sites and one of the largest collection networks in the nation. Screenings are done pre-employment, post-accident, randomly, under reasonable suspicion and for return to work release. Additionally, we offer an MRO (Medical Review Officer) Service, computerized, random testing schedules and comprehensive training for all of our programs. Standard 5-panel, 10-panel, 45-panel and custom panels can be administered in addition to providing substance testing using hair, urine or saliva samples. With the assistance of our qualified vendors, the DOT testing program is managed to ensure full compliance with the guidelines found in 49 C.F.R. Part 40, as amended, and the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991, provided in 49 C.F.R. Parts 382, 391, 392 and 395, as amended. Driver Qualification File Maintenance, statistical reporting, 24-hour post accident support and cab packs are also available as part of Premier s services. Premier can help you design and implement a program to meet the individual needs of your company and help you manage the changing needs of the state and federal requirements. We also rely on our program to provide you with the best level of service from all clinics and vendors involved. Adverse Action Notification Recommended for applicants that do not meet the hiring criteria of your company based in whole or in part on his/her background screening results. Ensures compliance and maintains consistency regarding the rejection of employment candidates. Whenever you decide not to hire an applicant based in whole or in part on his/her background screening results, the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) requires you to complete Adverse Action. To simplify this process, Premier has the ability to send applicants the necessary correspondence letters (Pre Adverse Action and Adverse Action), copies of the background screening reports and handles any applicant disputes that may arise. Pre Adverse Action and Adverse Action letters can also be made available for the customer to print and send.

6 page 6 Patriot Act Scan Recommended for all applicants with access to secure areas, equipment and information, as well as those whose position requires transporting hazardous materials. The surge of terrorist attacks at home and abroad in recent years has left governments, businesses and private citizens vulnerable to new threats. Screening potential candidates is vital for companies who deal with sensitive information, hazardous materials or other items that pose a threat to public welfare if placed into the wrong hands. This service Identifies individuals designated as terrorists by the Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) through a comprehensive search of US agencies as well as international sources. Report includes full name, alias s if applicable, last known address, convictions of violating or conspiracy to violate the Arms Export Control Act (AECA), and identifies whether an applicant has had their assets frozen for terrorist-related activities. In effort to increase protection for businesses, both Federal law and various government agencies have implemented screening requirements for specific industries. All American citizens and businesses are mandated to avoid transactions with identified terrorists. Wants and Warrants Recommended for employers with a transient population. Also viable for drivers, medical professionals, and construction workers. Identifies whether an applicant has an outstanding arrest warrant or whether they are wanted in relation to questioning, pending legal action or other. Arrest warrant information is a valuable addition when conducting a criminal history search, as these charges may not appear in court records until a ruling has been made. In the event an outstanding arrest warrant is found, Premier Employment Screening Services will include the issuing agency name and contact information. The issuing agency tells us what the warrant is for. When available, the reason or charge will also be included. IntegraCheck Recommended for all applicants and particularly for companies with dispersed hiring managers. IntegraCheck TM systematically applies a pass, review, or fail (green, yellow or red) grade to each applicant according to customer specific hiring criteria. If the applicant is ranked as green, no further action is required. A yellow grade would include a link to a summary report for final determination of hiring eligibility and a red grade could simply suspend the hiring process and trigger Premier s Adverse Action Notification. IntegraCheck TM simplifies the hiring process, improves compliance and hiring uniformity, maintains candidate privacy and reduces critical time to hire. IntegraCheck TM helps employers avoid unlawful employment practices associated with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), by applying consistent customer criteria to every applicant. I-9 Validation Recommended for obtaining immigration status information needed in order to determine a non-citizen applicant s eligibility for many public benefits. Quickly and easily verifies the work authorization of newly hired employees through the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Falling under the jurisdiction of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service s (USCIS) Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) Program, Premier is able to conduct employment verification of potential candidates. This is the only means available for employers to verify the information that their newly hired employees have provided on the Form I-9 attesting that they are authorized to work in the United States. Premier Employment Screening Services works to provide our information promptly so your time-to-hire is improved. Although many of our products can be fulfilled instantly, or in a matter or hours, we work to meet an average turnaround of 72 hours on all products. Requirements related to the above products vary. Contact a Premier representative today to learn more or visit our website at