So…what exactly do pre-employment screening companies do?

too many risks, both legally and financially, for business owners to forgo background screening in the hiring process, including lawsuits, employee drug use, employee theft and violence in the workplace. Almost 30% of businesses that fail could have been saved with effective employment screening. Keep that in mind as you’re considering your hiring programs.

So what do we do?

Most employment screening companies offer similar services, including ourselves, so here’s a quick list of the type of services you can expect: Criminal Record Checks Viewing the criminal history of your potential job candidates is vital. This allows you to see what type of criminal background they have, if any. There is, however, a movement spreading right now which means businesses must tread a very thin line here in order to stay within the law. Be careful. Credit History Do you think that verifying credit history is important for the hiring process? Some employers would say yes, while others may say no. And honestly, it depends on the role you are hiring for. This type of discretion is a great example on when professional assistance comes in handy. Motor Vehicle Report For jobs that will require their employees to be on the road, an MVR is key. It helps ensure that the people you hire are safe drivers and ensures the safety of others on the road. It also reduces drastically the potential that you, as the employer, will be held liable should an accident occur. Drug Screening With drugs being so prevalent in this day and age, performing drug screening prior to hiring new employees is of great importance. Keeping your workplace drug free promotes a healthier environment, less absenteeism and higher productivity, and reduces your risk of lawsuits. Other Services Pre-employment screening companies will also offer a variety of other services, including:
  • Social Security Number Verification
  • Education Verification
  • Reference Checks
  • License Verification
  • And more
If you haven’t turned to the services offered by pre-employment screening companies, then you may be putting the future of your business in jeopardy. Let us help you protect your business; get started by contacting us today!]]>

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