PCI Exam CPSA Topic 1 Question 45 Discussion

Actual exam question for PCI's CPSA exam

Question #: 45
Topic #: 1

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For how long must a vendor retain all applicant and employee background information on file?

AFor at least 12 months after termination of the contract of employment

BFor at least 18 months after termination of the contract of employment

CFor at least 24 months after termination of the contract of employment

DIt is not a requirement to store this information beyond termination of the contract

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Suggested Answer: C

by Nan at Mar 08, 2025, 02:54 PM

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Micaela

1 months ago

Definitely not option D, that would be way too lax. Employers have to keep these records to cover their bases.

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Adelaide

1 months ago

I'm going with B. 18 months sounds about right for this kind of sensitive information.

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Laurel

10 days ago

Yes, it's better to be safe and keep it for at least 18 months.

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Linette

15 days ago

I agree, it's important to keep that information secure for a certain period of time.

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Gabriele

25 days ago

I think B is a good choice too. 18 months seems reasonable.

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Tegan

2 months ago

Haha, option D - 'it's not a requirement' - that's a good one! Clearly not the right answer though.

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Reta

2 months ago

Wait, I thought it was 18 months. Gotta double-check the regulations on this one.

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Gilberto

10 days ago

Let's look it up together to make sure we have the correct information.

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Troy

16 days ago

I'm pretty sure it's 18 months, but I'll check again to be sure.

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Ernest

2 months ago

Are you sure? I remember reading it was 12 months.

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Maurine

2 months ago

I think it's actually 24 months, not 18.

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Ivan

2 months ago

Hmm, I think option C is the correct answer. Employers need to keep applicant and employee records for at least 24 months after termination.

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Evangelina

2 months ago

But wouldn't storing it for 18 months be sufficient?

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Horace

2 months ago

I agree with Wynell, it ensures compliance with regulations.

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Wynell

2 months ago

I think it's important to retain it for at least 24 months.

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