Scope of Services
Describe each screening service (fingerprint capture, identity proofing, background report delivery), deliverables, turnaround times, and any optional services such as remote capture or kiosk operations.
A written Employee Fieldprint Services Agreement clarifies consent, data handling, and legal responsibilities for biometric and background data. It reduces compliance risk by documenting permitted uses and retention limits under HIPAA, state privacy laws, and employment rules.
Employers and HR teams use this agreement to authorize background screening vendors and to obtain employee consent while documenting legal and privacy safeguards.
Use this agreement to centralize vendor obligations, define breach notification processes, and set record retention that aligns with federal and state rules.
Typically the HR director or authorized hiring manager. Signs to authorize the vendor, confirm scope of background checks, and accept liability allocations. Responsible for delivering employee notices and maintaining consent records.
An officer or authorized representative of the Fieldprint vendor. Commits to data security, retention, and reporting obligations and confirms compliance with applicable regulations such as HIPAA when a BAA applies.
Describe each screening service (fingerprint capture, identity proofing, background report delivery), deliverables, turnaround times, and any optional services such as remote capture or kiosk operations.
Specify types of data collected, storage methods, encryption standards, access controls, and procedures for data disposal consistent with HIPAA and state privacy laws.
Set out how employee consent is obtained, how withdrawals are handled, and what disclosures are provided when handing consumer-facing records in compliance with the ESIGN Act and consumer-protection rules.
Attach a fee schedule for per-capture charges, session fees, travel or mobile notary costs, and billing cycles; clarify responsibility for payment and dispute procedures.
List applicable standards (AES-256 at rest, TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit), breach notification timelines, and any required Business Associate Agreement (BAA) for HIPAA-covered entities.
Define limitations on liability, indemnification obligations, insurance requirements, and processes for handling errors or disputed background results.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Consent Form Link | Include in onboarding emails before capture appointment. |
| Authentication Method | Use email plus SMS or KBA for higher-assurance identity checks. |
| Document Storage | Store signed copies in an encrypted HR repository. |
| Notification | Trigger HR and vendor on completion with status updates. |
Identify how the vendor interfaces with your HRIS, payroll, or applicant tracking system before signing.
Confirm APIs, file formats, and user provisioning details during contract negotiation to avoid post-signing technical delays.
Often within 3–10 business days of appointment request.
Standard reports typically return in 1–5 business days.
Allow 30 days for investigation of contested results.
Vendors should notify within 72 hours of confirmed breach.
Include 60–90 day notice for nonrenewal or termination.
Agreement signed by both parties and effective date recorded.
Vendor access provisioned and test transmissions validated.
Regular capture and reporting processes active.
Data disposition and transition obligations executed.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Varies |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
A hospital uses the agreement to authorize fingerprinting and background checks for clinical staff
A school district requires fingerprint-based checks for new hires and contractors