Is form CC 305 required?

On Friday Office of Federal Contractor Compliance Programs (OFCCP) released an updated Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability Form (CC-305). Covered federal contractors are required to invite all applicants and new hires to self-identify as an individual with a disability using this form.

Should I fill out voluntary self-identification disability?

No, with limited exceptions. Under the ADA, an employer generally may not require an applicant to disclose information about a disability or medical impairment prior to making an offer of employment.

What qualifies as a section 503 disability?

Definition of Disability from Section 503: The term disability means, with respect to an individual: (i) A physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities of such individual; (ii) A record of such an impairment; or (iii) Being regarded as having such an impairment.

What’s the minimum record retention period for a government contract?

However, if the contractor has fewer than 150 employees or does not have a government contract of at least $150,000, the minimum record retention period shall be one year from the date of the making of the record or the personnel action involved, whichever occurs later.

When does a contractor have to preserve a personnel record?

Pursuant to 41 CFR 60-1.12 (a), the contractor must preserve any personnel or employment record the contractor “made or kept” (including self-identification forms) for a period of not less than two years from the date of the making of the record or the personnel action involved, whichever occurs later.

Can a contractor delete a voluntary self identification form?

Please Note: The voluntary self-identification form is an OMB‐approved form. The only portion that contractors may modify or delete is the “For Employer Use Only” section, which was added to give contractors flexibility to enhance their recordkeeping for data analysis required by OFCCP’s regulations.

Where can I find section 503 self identification form?

OFCCP’s Section 503 self-identification form is offered in nine languages on its website. Individuals with disabilities may be the least likely to self-identify for fear they may be stigmatized or treated differently.