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Top 12 Things to Do Before You Hire

HireRight, a preemployment screening agency that works with businesses across the United States, has come up with some best practices for employment background screening.

June 01, 2005 — CSO — HireRight, a preemployment screening agency that works with businesses across the United States, has come up with some best practices for employment background screening. Following are some items to consider before hiring a new employee.

1.Establish a background check policy.

2.Insist on dates of employment and education.

3.Conduct a criminal search.

4.Verify credentials.

5.Conduct post-hire background screening.

6.Conduct an international background check.

7.Insist on proof of earnings.

8.Observe a candidate.

9.Obtain a driving record.

10.Screen all individuals.

11.Eliminate manual processes.

12.Ascertain vulnerabilities.

Source: HireRight Best Practices list

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