The Benefits of Employment Background Checks

Conducting employment background checks has become standard practice for most companies.  Background checks have become a valuable asset in allowing an employer to know an individual’s true history prior to extending a job offer.  Thus, saving customers, human resources, supervisors, co-workers and ultimately the company many headaches, worries and  in many cases an increased bottom line.

The very fact that your company is conducting a background check will serve to discourage people who are trying to get employment under false pretenses.  A background check ascertains the accuracy of the information that has been submitted by the applicant.

Checking an applicant’s education and employment record is vital in order to confirm whether or not he or she is as qualified for the position as advertised.  This can also be a source of great embarrassment and liability if someone is hired for a position he or she is not capable of filling due to lack of education and work experience.

Laws governing a criminal background check tend to vary from state to state and a lot of information is limited to the most recent seven years old is unavailable. Many companies inspect criminal convictions, driving violations involving a company vehicle, sex offender information, and civil lawsuits.   When a background check is combined with a comprehensive drug and alcohol testing program, a company provides its customers, clients and employees with the peace of mind they deserve.  Contact us to learn more about background or drug and alcohol testing.