DISAScreen Help Center

I'm new to DISAScreen. How can I best learn to use it?

We offer onboarding tutorials and guides for newcomers, covering topics like placing candidate orders, reviewing orders, and completing adverse actions.

For your convenience, we have training videos available upon request and a user guide provided below. Our support team is also available to coordinate training upon request.

 » DISAScreen Training Guide PDF

What do I do if I encounter technical issues?

You can clear your browser cache, try a different browser, or, if on a mobile device, attempt from a computer.

Browser Instructions - How to Clear Your Cache:

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If the issue persists, contact Customer Support for additional assistance.

How do I log into my DISAScreen account?

You can log in here using the credentials sent via email during your account setup.
If you forgot your password, select "Forgot Password”, or contact Customer Support.

I know my password is right; why isn’t it working?

Your password may have expired.
You will need to reset your password through the Forgot Password process on the login page.

Your computer has cached a password.
To fix this, navigate to your web browser's History section and clear your cache and history.
Once completed try your password again.
Our passwords are case sensitive; please double-check your entry and confirm that your caps lock is not on.

How do I add or manage users?

To add or remove a user or manage user permissions, contact Customer Support.
Email us at screening.support@disa.com or call 877-827-4631, option 1.

How can I view a report for an order that was submitted by someone else in my organization?

Access to reports is permission-based. If you have the appropriate permissions, you can view all reports directly from your DISAScreen dashboard, regardless of who in your organization submitted the order.

How do I add a package?

Packages are customized per account. 
Contact your account manager or Customer Support.

Are we required to order preset packages?

No, we can set up customized packages based on your needs.
Contact your account manager or Customer Support.

Is there a resource library for additional information and guides?  

Yes, you can visit the Resource Library at https://globalhr.helpscoutdocs.com.
Additional Candidate Support and FAQs can be found: https://ghrr.com/clairiti-candidate-support/

Is there a way to send automatic reminders to applicants?

Reminder notifications can be set during account setup or updated through your account manager.

Can the CANDIDATE EXPERIENCE invitation be texted?

Yes, if this option is not currently visible when placing a candidate order, please contact Customer Support for options to have this added to the account.

Can DISAScreen handle occupational drug and alcohol screening?

Yes, DISAScreen streamlines the process of occupational drug and alcohol screening. You can easily order, receive, and evaluate tests via our platform.

How do I add notes to an order in DISAScreen?  

Navigate to the "Activities" tab of the candidate order, enter your comment in the "Comment" field, and then click "Add Activity."

How can I locate an existing order?  

You can locate orders either by using the omni search function within the blue menu bar or by navigating through the work queue on the black menu bar.

How do I track the status and activities of an order?  

Each order has an activities tab that logs actions taken by clients, candidates, and researchers. To view these, click on the candidate’s name to navigate to their order profile and then click on 'Activities'.

How do I request a status update for an order in progress?  

Navigate to “Orders | In progress,” and click on ‘Request Status Update’. A pop-up will appear where you can specify whether you want an update on the entire order or specific searches.

What's the difference between requesting an update for the entire order versus specific searches?  

Requesting a status update on the 'Entire Order' sends an email to Support for a comprehensive review, whereas selecting 'Specific Searches' adds an activity to the order, alerting the researcher working on that search.

How can I request updates on multiple searches?  

After selecting 'Specific Searches', hold down the Ctrl button on your keyboard and click on the searches for which you wish to request a status update.

How do I make payments for DISAScreen services?

Invoices are sent on the 1st of each month to your specified recipients. 
There will be a link to a PDF summary breakdown of each location's ordering and total, as well as a detailed excel to view order level searches/charges. 
Please Note: Orders are not invoiced until they are fully completed.

 » Please find ACH information here.

Please note our billing information included below:

DISA Global Solutions, Inc.
P.O. Box 737769
Dallas, TX 75373-7769

Invoice Questions can be directed to Customer Support for further information.

At this time credit card payments are not accepted for DISAScreen invoices. 

You will be able to pay via mailed check, or ACH through our accounting team at billing@disa.com.

How do I submit an A La Carte Order?  

Select "Standard Order" and choose 'No Package' within the package options. Click on “Additional Products” and add the products you want. Complete the order by filling in the candidate information and other required fields.

What is the adjudication process in DISAScreen?  

Each search will be pre-adjudicated by OUR COMPLIANCE TEAM as either Tier 1 or Tier 2. Approved adjudicators will then set the final grade for each report.

Where can I review orders pending final adjudication?  

Orders pending final adjudication will appear in the ‘Grading Dashboard.'

How can I review my order before final submission?  

Before final submission, you can review all the details on the Order Review Page. If you need to make any changes, click on the white "Edit Order" button.

How do I certify FCRA requirements?  

Before submitting, read and confirm the Certification of FCRA requirements by ticking the checkbox. The "Submit Order" button will then become active for you to click and finalize the order.

How can I initiate a pre-adverse action while adjudicating an order?  

During the adjudication process, after assigning the final grade, you can click on ‘Initiate Adverse Action’ to begin the pre-adverse process.

How can I identify orders that are pending final adjudication?  

Orders pending final adjudication will have the status ‘Grading Review.’ You can view these orders in the ‘work’ queue.

Can I add additional searches to an existing order?  

Yes, you can add searches to an existing order while it's in progress. 
Locate the candidate’s name, then click on ‘New Order for Candidate’ for packages, or ‘Add Search’ for a la carte items and follow the on-screen instructions.
Note: Once the order is complete, after 7 days you will no longer be able to add to the order. You will need to utilize the “New Order for Candidate”.

How do I create a new order for an existing candidate?  

Click on the “New Order for Candidate” link at the Order Level. This will auto-populate candidate information from the original order, and you can proceed with the Standard Ordering process.

Who can initiate adverse action in DISAScreen?  

Only users with the proper permissions in DISAScreen can initiate adverse action.

When can adverse action be initiated?  

It can be initiated during the grading process or directly from the completed order, as needed.

How can I initiate adverse action if not during grading?  

You can either navigate to the order and click ‘Initiate Adverse Action’ or navigate to the final report overview to initiate.

DISAScreen supports designated account users with the opportunity to review completed reports and initiate and manage the Adverse Action process within the portal. The feature will send the candidate all documents (letters, jurisdictional notices, and a copy of the final report) electronically via email once the user initiates the process.

Users are required to manually send the final adverse once the waiting period (tracked within DISAScreen’s compliance dashboard) has been met. Users will need to return to Compliance Dashboard and click to send the final Adverse or cancel the final adverse if/when needed. All documents sent to the candidate will be accessible to the users in DISAScreen under the Documents tab within the candidate's profile.

How can I add documents to a candidate's order?  

To add a document to an order, navigate to the specific candidate order and click on ‘Documents.’ Choose the document type from the drop-down menu and click "Add Document."

Can I remove a document after uploading?  

Yes, if you've made an error during the upload, you can click the red trash icon to remove the document.

How do I download a document from a candidate's order?  

To download a document, locate the candidate order and click on the ‘Documents’ tab. Click on the specific document you want to download or view.

What is the Compliance Dashboard used for?  

The Compliance Dashboard will house all orders with in-process or recently completed adverse action. Only users with access to this dashboard can manage adverse orders.

How do I send the final adverse letter?  

When you are ready to send the final adverse letter based on FCRA, jurisdictional timing, or company guidelines, click ‘Send Adverse Email.’

Can I see the number of days since the pre-adverse action letter was sent?  

Yes, this information is displayed in the waiting period column on the dashboard.

Where can I see notifications from DISAScreen?  

Notifications are displayed via the bell icon on the top blue menu bar. Clicking the bell will show a summary of received notifications.

Can I delete old notifications?  

Yes, navigate to the Notifications inbox by clicking "View all notifications" at the bottom of the notification summary. Here, you can delete old notifications.

What types of email notifications will I receive?  

You will receive email notifications for completed orders, orders that need additional information, expired candidate order links, and when a candidate order is ready for review.

How can I cancel an adverse action?  

Click ‘Cancel’ next to the candidate’s name to stop the final adverse from being sent. You will be required to provide a reason for cancellation.

How do I navigate through the DISAScreen Dashboard?  

The Navigation pane on the left side and the blue bar on top remain static for easy access to various system features. You can click on 'Dashboard' at the top of the Navigation Pane to view all available dashboards.

How do I view all my orders, including archived ones?  

Navigate to 'Orders-All' on your Dashboard to view all orders you have permission to access. You can use filters to look for specific orders.

Why isn't the order I placed appearing on my DISAScreen dashboard?

If you are not able to see your order on the dashboard, it may be due to a technical issue.

In this case, please contact Customer Support for further assistance and troubleshooting.

If your account is active, contact Customer Support for additional guidance.

How do I respond to a researcher's request for additional documents via secure email?  

Click on the secure link provided in the email. You can then upload the requested document and add a comment before clicking "Add Reply."

Can I respond to the researcher's request directly in DISAScreen?  

Yes, instead of responding via secure email, you can log into DISAScreen and respond at the candidate order level.

How does DISAScreen help with compliance?

DISAScreen simplifies compliance with federal immigration law by allowing you to designate DISA as your third-party agent to manage employment authorization cases.

Where can I find legal guidelines for background screening?

We are committed to providing you with exceptional background and health services for your preemployment and post-hire needs. Our Client Care team is trained to inform you of your legal responsibilities in areas such as Permissible Purpose, Disclosures, Written Authorizations, Reseller Disclosures, the Adverse Action Process, PII Requirements, Retention Requirements, and Restrictions governing MVRs.

While we strive to keep you well-informed, it's important to note that we cannot offer legal advice or specific compliance guidance. For matters requiring legal interpretation or compliance counseling, we strongly recommend consulting with your own legal and/or compliance team.

We provide educational materials, such as information about the New York City Fair Chance Act.

COMPLIANCE and Industry Updates can be found:  https://disa.com/news

Do I need to update my consent forms? 

It is always best practice to regularly review your consent forms. DISA default consents will be used if you leverage the DISAScreen CX process. Please CLICK HERE for updated exemplar disclosures and authorizations.

What are the functions of the icons in the header?  

 » Three white lines: Collapse the menu to create more workroom.
 » Plus (+) sign: Add new orders.
 » Search field or “Omni Search”: Quick look up for a specific candidate’s order.
 » Two diagonal arrows: Expand workspace to full screen.
 » Bell: System or researcher notifications.
 » Book: Easy Access for recently viewed orders.
 » Exit symbol: Log out (system signs you off after 60 mins of inactivity).

How can I view the status of open orders?  

Your workspace provides a snapshot of all open orders, showing how many searches are completed and pending, as well as an estimated completion date.

How can I update or resend a Candidate Email?  

Navigate to "Orders | Not Submitted" to update the candidate's email address or resend the Candidate Experience invite.

How do I submit a Candidate Order?  

From any screen, click the plus sign in the top header or select the 'Candidate Order' icon from your dashboard. Then, click the blue “Submit Order” button to proceed.

What types of orders can I submit?  

 » Candidate Order: Sent automatically via email and/or SMS and collects disclosures and consents electronically.
 » Mini Order: Used for Driving History product and batch uploads, requiring minimal data.
 » Standard Order: Manually entered by the user, who must also collect required disclosures and consents.

How do I view reports in DISAScreen?  

Navigate to the candidate profile and click into the final report you'd like to view.

Discrepancies are highlighted with an orange 'eye' icon.

Can I print reports?  

Yes, you have the option to print or save the report for your records in the upper right corner of the report.

How are reports organized in DISAScreen?

Reports are divided into 'Report Groups'.
This includes Background, Occ Health, International, Credit, and Fingerprinting.
Separate blue Report Results buttons are displayed by group at the top of each order.