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PBSA Journal PAGE 12 MAY/JUNE 2023 Except where otherwise indicated, articles are copyright © by PBSA 2023. All rights reserved. A Candidate by Any Other Name… Continued from page 11 and are mandatory for all citizens. In some cases, these ID cards include biometric data, such as fingerprints or facial recognition, which can be used to verify a person's identity. The popularity of using electronic methods to verify ID has also been increasing. In Canada, e-ID for criminal record checks has been around for a number of years. Originally, this was done using out of wallet questions based on someone's credit report. In recent years though, this has been expanded to allow for other methods, such as verifying ID documents electronically and using facial recognition to match the person to the ID document. The UK government recently passed legislation which enabled the use of e-ID in all facets of public life, including conducting criminal record checks. Similar to Canada, the UK process for criminal record checks uses electronic validation of ID documents paired with facial recognition. In these cases, the ID verification is essentially outsourced to an accredited third party. Regardless of whether the ID verification is done internally, or electronically through a third party, it is essential to understand the potential variances in ID information so that you can conduct a thorough and accurate background check on an individual. Failing to take these differences into account can result in errors, inaccuracies, and even false accusations. In conclusion, this is not intended to be an exhaustive discussion and analysis of all the potential challenges which can arise around the globe when conducting ID verification. Instead, the intent is to raise awareness that the typical identifiers for people, such as names, addresses, and ID documents, can vary significantly from one country or region to another. As a result, organizations should review their policies and procedures so that they can be updated and adapted as necessary. For more information on this topic, PBSA members can view the slides from our presentation at the 2023 PBSA Mid-Year Legislative & Regulatory Conference (view slides here). l Chris Glencross is Principal at GlobalScreening.info. Chris is a recovering software developer whose education and career have spanned both sides of the Atlantic. Growing up and completing his undergraduate studies in the United Kingdom, he took advantage of an opportunity to study for a year in US. Upon graduating, he worked for a large consultancy in London for several years until he again had the opportunity to return to the US and work in the Atlanta area, where he resides today. Andy Hellman, CIPP/E, CIPM, FIP, is Principal at REALi Data Solutions. Andy has over 25 years of experience working with organizations ranging from venture capital-backed startups to Fortune 100s, with 20 years of experience in background screening. He has partnered with some of the world's largest companies to implement successful and compliant screening programs. His international experience also includes work and study in Japan, Italy, London, Canada, Honduras, the US, and Singapore. Andy has a bachelor's degree in International Economics and Leadership Studies from the University of Richmond and an MBA in Finance and Entrepreneurship from the University of Washington. He also holds CIPP/E and CIPM certifications, as well as a Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP) designation. Ensure the safety and compliance of your workplace with Industrial Medical Testing. Our expert MRO services guarantee accurate and fast results for a DrugͲFree Environment. Contact us today for a free consultation www.imtmro.com 941Ͳ753Ͳ9199 contactus@imtmro.com MRO SERVICES MRO SERVICES

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