The Core of Credibility Assessment
POLYGRAPH TESTING AND CONSULTATION
At TrustVeri5, we use the validated methodologies to provide reliable and accurate polygraph results. Whether it’s for pre-employment screening, criminal investigations, or personal matters, our polygraph service helps uncover the truth with precision. Our certified examiners are trained to conduct tests in a manner that is both ethical and respectful, ensuring the dignity of all participants is maintained throughout the process.
TYPES OF TESTS
Pre-Employment Test
Pre-employment polygraph testing is a standard pre-employment screening procedure for companies or organisations, especially in sectors that involve finance and sensitive information handling.
Why Companies/Organisations Require Pre-Employment Polygraph Tests
- To establishing candidate’s credibility and trustworthiness in dealing with others within your field.
- To ensure candidate can be trusted with sensitive information or responsibilities that he/she will be handling.
- To assess if candidate can be relied upon as a trustworthy team member.
- To ensure candidate is not involved in any activities that could pose a security risk to the company/organisation.
Common topics covered in pre-employment tests:
- Work history and any work-related disciplinary issues
- Criminal history (including undetected crimes)
- Social media use and content posted
- Confidential information
- Credit and financial history
- Adverse lifestyle e.g. drug addiction, child pornography, alcohol addiction, gambling addiction & etc
- Integrity
In-Service Employment Test
It typically cover topics that impact a company’s safety and security, such as involvement in illegal activity or insider threats.
Common topics covered in screening tests:
- Insider threat e.g. unauthorised transfer of company’s classified info, sabotage & etc.
- Specific losses / Theft / Embezzlement
- Fraud
- Misconduct
Domestic Issue Test
It is an investigative exam used to resolve a personal issue between two (or more) persons involved in a present, past, or potential romantic and/or sexual relationship, and may address any specific behavior that one partner either approve of, or have concerns with. Common topics covered in domestic issue test:- Fidelity issues: Sexual or intimate acts and/or relationship with other peron/s
- Personal Lifestyle Test: (e.g. criminal history, violent acts, sexual partners, indebtedness, drug, gambling, alcohol or sex addiction & etc)
Government Enforcement Test
- Pre-employment and specific issue testing for Law Enforcement agencies on a contract or as-needed basis. Contact us for specific quotes based on volume and location.
Criminal Defence Support Services
- Polygraph is sometimes used by attorneys who wish to provide the best possible defence for their clients.
Therapeutic Test
This test is usually administered at the request of therapists and treatment providers. Our experts will work closely with the treatment provider to design the most appropriate type of exam to integrate into the therapeutic process. Therapeutic disclosure testing are usually conducted about 6 months and then another one at one year post-disclosure.
Common topics covered in therapeutic tests:
- Relationship and Marital Issues – In a case of a unfaithful partner who is trying to put things right, he/she needs the other half to have faith in him/her. In the early stages of relationship recovery, it is difficult to trust anything because of the history of deception. Polygraph should not be used as a punishment against the person who was unfaithful. It is a great tool to help rebuild psychological and emotional safety, and diminish at least some uncertainty in their partner. At the relationship recovery stage, honesty and empathy are two important attributes. The culpable party’s willingness to be transparent and verify his/her honesty by taking a polygraph is a reliable tool that can give the couple some hope.
Potential benefits of polygraph testing for Couples Therapy:
- Resolving Doubts: Polygraph tests can provide a means to address suspicions or doubts about infidelity, or other significant issues within a relationship.
- Rebuilding Trust: If the results of a polygraph test are positive, it can help rebuild trust and strengthen a relationship that has been damaged by suspicion.
- Providing Closure: For couples dealing with uncertainty, a polygraph test can offer a sense of closure, allowing them to move forward with their relationship or make difficult decisions.
- Encouraging Honesty: The prospect of a polygraph test can incentivize partners to be honest with each other, fostering open communication and transparency.
- Encouraging Open Communication: The process of discussing and agreeing to a polygraph can open up lines of communication between partners, allowing them to address underlying issues and concerns.
- Discouraging Compulsive Liars: Individuals with a compulsion to stretch the truth may be discouraged from telling excessive falsehoods if they know a polygraph exam could be in their not-too-distant future.
- Sex Addiction Testing
- Maintenance Testing
- Addiction to Drugs
- Addiction to Alcohol
While polygraph tests can provide a sense of clarity and resolution in certain situations, it’s important to consult with a professional therapist or counselor before making a decision. These tests are not infallible, can have emotional consequences, and can be emotionally taxing, especially if the results indicate deception. It’s essential to approach the process with caution.
POLYGRAPH CONSULTATION
Case Consultation
Our case consultation service involves a thorough review of the case details to provide strategic advice. This service is invaluable for legal teams, investigators, and corporate clients who need expert guidance on how to approach polygraph testing in their specific contexts.
Independent Chart Evaluation
TrustVeri5 offers independent chart evaluation for clients who have already conducted polygraph tests and require a second opinion. Our experts review the polygraph charts independently to verify the accuracy of the initial findings, ensuring objectivity and reliability in the results.
Additional Consultation Services
- Protocol Development: Assisting organizations in developing standardized protocols for the use of polygraph tests.
- Best Practices Advisory: Providing advice on the ethical and effective use of polygraphy in various settings.
Our polygraph consultation services provide specialized support and expert analysis for complex cases. We offer several consultation services to meet the varied needs of our clients:
THE POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION PROCESS
- Pre-Test Interview: This initial phase involves gathering background information and explaining the process to the examinee. It helps to establish rapport and ensures that the examinee understands the procedure.
- Testing Phase: During the test, the polygraph machine records physiological responses such as heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, and skin conductivity while the examinee answers a series of questions.
- Post-Test Analysis: After the test, the results are analyzed by our certified examiners to determine whether the examinee’s responses indicate truthfulness or deception.
