subject: Employment Screening Services [print this page] Hiring an employee can be a critical process and quite literally, it is the kind of candidates you employ, who become a contributing factor in the success or failure of your business. That is why; employment screening has become an integral part of the recruitment process in the companies. The screening services are dedicated to provide the companies with the timely and accurate background checks of the individuals who are to be recruited within the organization or are already an existing body of the company.
The Reasons
There can be discrepancies in the rsum/curriculum vitae of the job seeker.
A thorough background check can help differentiate between a potential employee and a weak one, for a given position.
For positions concerning special security, a set of tests and checks need to be conducted pertaining to the persons professional profile and personal details.
The Law
Negligent hiring is now strictly dealt with under the law. The Courts in several places are now ordering the disqualification of the employees whose background checks reveal them ineligible for a given position. Also, if an employee becomes the reason for a foreseeable injury that affects a third party and he or she is proved to not to have paid heed to the warnings, then the court has the right to hold the company liable for the damages.
The Risks
The risks involving the absorption of a new candidate without much investigation relating to his/her background, is hard to be quantified. Thus, it is always wise to seek screening services from professional service providers who can thoroughly investigate the prospective employees background and make your decision making more informed and confident.
The Types
Following are the various types of screening services:
