Past events show the importance of employment background checks
If you are planning to employ someone in a key position it makes sense to conduct a background check on the potential incumbent. McKeever Investigation Services can help you with employment background checks in Manhattan, New York City, NY.
As employer you should avoid negligent hiring as lawsuits related to this type of hiring are on the rise. It is actually mandatory under law that anyone who works with children should be screened before such employment. In fact Federal and State laws make it compulsory from employers to conduct background checks on candidates who will work with children as well as elderly and disabled people.
Past events such as the Enron scandal shows the importance of employment background checks especially for people who will hold executive positions. Thorough background checks can also identify false or inflated information.
When considering employment background checks it is important to deal with an agency that offers professional investigation services. Such an agency knows what information they are allowed to obtain and where to find that information. They also have experience as to what information is important and what information is irrelevant. A professional investigation agency will also be aware of the guidelines of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
An employment background check will firstly determine that the person is who he or she claims to be. This would for example involve verifying the applicant’s social security number. A background report could also include details of the applicant’s history and past employment. Other relevant information could include driving record, credit report, criminal record, educational records, character references, medical records, property ownership and so on.
A professional agency such as Mckeever also knows what information cannot legally be obtained without the permission of the applicant. For example medical records are confidential and permission may be required before such information can be obtained.
