Privacy Policy

First Choice Background Screening (First Choice) is a Consumer Reporting Agency (CRA) that prepares Consumer Reports for authorized parties under the provisions of the Federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and other applicable states, federal and international laws.  First Choice only collects data pursuant to written Authorization and Disclosure under the FCRA and only disseminates consumer reports to appropriate parties as directed in the written authorization. All individual consumer data is the property of the consumer about which it is procured and is maintained on a secured website. (Consumer is defined as the individual whom a background check is being procured). First Choice maintains strict policies and procedures in all aspects of its operation to protect the privacy of consumers, clients, and information furnished to us by utilizing the most secure methods of data collection, storage, transmission, and destruction.

The United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) are the enforcement authorities with jurisdiction over First Choice.

First Choice commits to cooperate with EU data protection authorities (DPAs) and comply with the advice given by such authorities with regard to human resources data transferred from the EU in the context of the employment relationship.

Overview

First Choice takes pride in setting itself apart by our strict adherence to, compliance with, and continuous education in state, federal and international laws and regulations that govern our industry, including but not limited to, the FCRA, FACTA, ADA, Patriot Act, Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, and EU-U.S. and Swiss-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF) Principles, when applicable. International data received from the EU or Switzerland is accurate, comprehensive, prominently displayed, accessible, and conforms to the Data Privacy Frameworks.

Commitment to Comply

First Choice complies with the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (EU-U.S. DPF) and the Swiss-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (Swiss-U.S. DPF) as set forth by the U.S. Department of Commerce.  First Choice has certified to the U.S. Department of Commerce that it adheres to the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework Principles (EU-U.S. DPF Principles) with regard to the processing of personal data received from the European Union in reliance on the EU-U.S. DPF.  First Choice has certified to the U.S. Department of Commerce that it adheres to the Swiss-U.S. Data Privacy Framework Principles (Swiss-U.S. DPF Principles) with regard to the processing of personal data received from Switzerland in reliance on the Swiss-U.S. DPF.  If there is any conflict between the terms in this privacy policy and the EU-U.S. DPF Principles and/or the Swiss-U.S. DPF Principles, the Principles shall govern.  To learn more about the Data Privacy Framework (DPF) program, and to view our certification, please visit https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/.

In compliance with the EU-U.S. DPF and the Swiss-U.S. DPF, First Choice commits to cooperate and comply respectively with the advice of the panel established by the EU data protection authorities (DPAs) and the Swiss Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC) with regard to unresolved complaints concerning our handling of human resources data received in reliance on the EU-U.S. DPF and the Swiss-U.S. DPF in the context of the employment relationship.

Collection and Use of Information

Consumer information is only collected at the direct, written Authorization of the consumer. Information is collected only to facilitate background checks for employment screening (for hire, retention, promotion or reassignment), tenant screening or employee investigations for reason of suspected workplace misconduct or wrongdoing. Certain information may also be collected to facilitate an employment-related drug test. Information collected may also contain credit history, criminal history, social security verification, motor vehicle records (“driving records”), verification of education or employment history, or other background checks.

Information is only disseminated to those End-Users (End-Users is defined as the Employer that procured the background check) that have been specifically authorized in writing by the consumer, or an agent (Agent is defined as a 3rd party approved by the End User) of the End-User operating on their behalf.  Agent authorization must be made to First Choice in writing, along with a government-issued, photo ID in order to confirm the identity of whom the consumer report is being requested.

All collection of consumer data is opt-in, by virtue of the written Authorization signed by the consumer. To opt-out of data collection, consumers can refuse to sign the written authorization for a background check. In addition, consumers may withdraw consent at any time by contacting First Choice. Previously collected information will not be deleted due to various laws that require us to maintain that information for a period of time; however, information will no longer be utilized or disseminated by First Choice for any purpose.

Under penalty of law and in accordance with the FCRA, First Choice does not share, disclose or sell any information to unauthorized parties.

Requests for Consumer Reports are initiated by First Choice clients that have agreed to request Consumer Reports only in those cases where there is a permissible purpose to do so, where the client has made disclosure to the consumer that they intend to procure a Consumer Report, and where they have received the consumer’s authorization to do so, as allowed by law. Consumer information is collected from First Choice clients and from consumers directly. Consumer Reports are prepared using information provided from many sources, including but not limited to First Choice clients, consumers, law enforcement agencies, local, state and federal agencies and record repositories, schools and universities (public or private), employers, public record researchers, credit bureaus and other Consumer Reporting Agencies. The Consumer Reports that are created for First Choice clients are shared only with the client that requested the Consumer Report and their agent(s), and with the consumer upon the request of the consumer.

Consumer Access

First Choice acknowledges the right of consumers to access their personal data. Individuals who wish to view their data, or make changes, may do so by contacting First Choice’s Compliance Department.

Compliance Department
4611 S. University Drive #314
Davie, FL 33328
888-222-6988
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If you are a U.S. resident and you do not wish to have your personal data made available to our client (for example, your current or prospective employer), do not authorize our client to procure a Consumer Report. By consenting to the procurement of a Consumer Report and submitting information to our client, you are agreeing to allow First Choice to disclose information about you to our client and to our sharing that information with our subcontractors.

If you are a European Union resident or reside in other countries where First Choice is doing business, you may choose not to submit personal information to First Choice through the site or through forms provided by our client for that purpose. By filling out and submitting a consent form you expressly agree to provide personally identifying information and you consent to our use of that information in accordance with this policy.

Onward Transfer

In connection with preparing Consumer Reports for our clients, we may in some instances employ other companies and individuals as our subcontractors to perform functions on our behalf; this is to obtain data from courthouses, school, employers, agencies and other sources of data/information. Subcontractors are contractually obligated to use and maintain the confidentiality of personal information in a manner consistent with this policy. These companies and individuals may not share any such information with any third party, other than their subcontractors, First Choice’s subcontractors or First Choice. Except as described in this policy or required by law, we will not use or otherwise disclose any of the personally identifying information that you provide or that we collect from third parties or other sources.

Please be aware that First Choice may be required to disclose an individual’s personal information in response to a lawful request by public authorities, including to meet national security or law enforcement requirements.

First Choice has responsibility for the processing of personal information it receives under the EU-U.S. DPF and  SW-U.S. DPF and subsequently transfers to a third party acting as an agent on its behalf.  The participating organization shall remain liable under the Principles if its agent processes such personal information in a manner inconsistent with the Principles, unless the organization proves that it is not responsible for the event giving rise to the damage.

Dispute Resolution

In compliance with the E.U.-U.S. DPF and Swiss-U.S. DPF, First Choice commits to resolve complaints about our collection or use of your personal information.  Individuals in the European Union or Swiss individuals with inquiries or complaints regarding our privacy policy should first contact First Choice at:

Compliance Department
4611 S. University Drive #314
Davie, FL 33328
888-222-6988
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In compliance with the EU-U.S. DPF and the Swiss-U.S. DPF, First Choice commits to refer unresolved complaints concerning our handling of personal data received in reliance on the EU-U.S. DPF and the Swiss-U.S. DPF to the BBB Data Privacy Framework Program, operated by BBB National Programs, an alternative dispute resolution provider based in United States.  If you do not receive timely acknowledgment of your DPF Principles-related complaint from us, or if we have not addressed your DPF Principles-related complaint to your satisfaction, please visit black dating app for more information or to file a complaint.  The services of BBB Data Privacy Framework Program are provided at no cost to you.

First Choice is obligated to arbitrate claims and follow the terms as set forth in Annex I of the DPF Principles,, provided that an individual has invoked binding arbitration by delivering notice to the organization and following the procedures and subject to conditions set forth in Annex I of the Principles

Education

First Choice continuously educates our clients regarding industry, state, federal, and international changes applicable to the procurement of consumer reports and the information therein. First Choice has established and implemented training for our employees regarding the privacy policy and procedures directly related to obtaining, handling, implementation, and dissemination of personal data obtained both domestically and internationally. First Choice has internal policies and procedures in place for periodically conducting objective reviews of compliance with the above, as well as disciplinary procedures for failure to follow them.

Consumers may exercise their right to inspect any data about them and to object to any data pursuant to the FCRA and applicable state law. See a “Summary of Your Rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act” prepared by the Federal Trade Commission.

Any questions or concerns about your privacy should be directed to First Choice’s Compliance Department.

Compliance Department
4611 S. University Drive #314
Davie, FL 33328
888-222-6988
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