Yes and employers who conduct background checks must ensure they are adhering to the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Furthermore, the state requires that employers to conduct background checks on the following categories of employees or job applicants: Those working for healthcare and community residence facilities, hospices, and home care facilities; Firefighters; Those working for a D.C. Public School; Those working for a D.C. agency that provides direct services to minors; Mortgage bankers, mortgage brokers, and loan officers; Department of Corrections personnel.