I acknowledge receipt of the separate documents entitled DISCLOSURE REGARDING BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, DISCLOSURE FOR INVESTIGATIVE CONSUMER REPORT (if applicable), A SUMMARY OF YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT AND OTHER STATE LAW NOTICES and certify that I have read and understand those documents. I hereby authorize the obtaining of “consumer reports” and/or “investigative consumer reports” by ___________ (the “Company “) at any time after receipt of this authorization and throughout my employment, if applicable. To this end, I hereby authorize, without reservation, any law enforcement agency, administrator, state or federal agency, institution, school or university (public or private), information service bureau, employer, or insurance company to furnish any and all background information requested by Sterling, 6150 Oak Tree Boulevard, Suite 490, Independence, OH 44131. 1.866.338.6739 www.sterlingcheck.com and/or the Company. I agree that a facsimile (“fax”), electronic or photographic copy of this Authorization shall be as valid as the original. Signature: ___________________________ Date: __________________ [End of Document] p. 1 of 1