This Standard has been developed to form a basis for industry or organizational specific screening policies and procedures. It applies equally to organizations in both the private and public sector. Employment screening, for the purpose of this Standard, is the process of verifying, with the consent of the individual, the identity, integrity and credentials of an entrusted person and should apply to any individual that is, or will be, entrusted with resources and/or assets. Other recruitment activities such as talent matching is beyond the scope of this Standard.