Originally posted by MercMobile:
if you have nothing to hide, you have no reason to be nervous.




Easier said than done.

The access to sensitive information that my position provides requires that I undergo a polygraph periodically. My first, and most recent, was 3 weeks ago.

I am a very honest and analytical type who has no intention of doing anything to jeopardize national security, yet I had a difficult time during the 3+ hour procedure--which I somehow passed. A prostate check followed by a cold enema would have been about as pleasant, but more desirable since it would have been over in a matter of minutes.

My situation is but one of many that highlight potential flaws in using polygraph for employee screening purposes.


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