Which part of the Code of Federal Regulations contains the Suitability and Fitness criteria used by investigators?

• A. 5 CFR Part 731: Suitability and Fitness
• B. 5 CFR Part 733: Fitness and Conduct
• C. 5 CFR Part 731A: Suitability and Fitness Records
• D. 5 CFR Part 732: Fitness and Performance

Answer: (A)

Understanding where investigators get their standards is key. The regulations that define who is considered suitable for federal service and the criteria investigators apply are found in the part dedicated to Suitability and Fitness. This part lays out the specific criteria, such as reliability, trustworthiness, and conduct, and explains how those factors are evaluated in deciding whether a candidate is eligible for federal employment. The option that deals with Suitability and Fitness Records covers how records are kept, not the criteria themselves. The other parts describe different topics and do not establish the core criteria used by investigators.