Intelligence Services Act, 2002 (Act No. 65 of 2002)RegulationsIntelligence Services Regulations, 2014Chapter XXVI : Vetting6. Polygraph |
| (1) | The vetting investigating officer may request an applicant to undergo a polygraph examination to determine the reliability of information gathered in terms of regulation 4. |
| (2) | The polygraph must be used as an investigative aid, and not as conclusive proof of security competence. |
| (3) | The refusal by an applicant to undergo a polygraph examination does not, in itself, constitute a reason for refusal of a security clearance, instead further investigations must be conducted. |
| (4) | The Director-General may issue directives on polygraph testing. |