Biggest Misconceptions About Employee Background Screening
Background screenings are an increasingly popular tool to help employers sort through potential hires and ensure they hire the best people for their workforces. Unfortunately, misconceptions about the background screening process can make it a confusing area to navigate. Here are some common misunderstandings about background screenings.
Anyone Can Find the Same Information on the Internet
While some of the information contained in a background check may be found online, ensuring the accuracy of that data and whether it's up to date is much more challenging, and many online background checking services do a poor job with little, if any, quality assurance.
Background Checks Are Too Expensive
While a background check may involve a small upfront expense, it more than pays for itself in the peace of mind and confidence you'll have knowing you've properly screened employees. Further, a reliable background check can help minimize your liability for negligent hiring.
Only Large Employers Need to Use Background Screening
When deciding whether to use background screening, a company's services are far more important than its size. Companies who provide services to vulnerable populations, such as children or the elderly, or those who handle sensitive information or enter customers' homes are some who can benefit from using background screening services no matter their size.
Every Background Screening Company Gets the Same Results
We all know cases where the first one to the finish line, or the lowest bidder, may also produce poor results. Using a reputable company for your background screening needs can also ensure these important checks are done accurately and in full legal compliance.
Background Checks Slow Down the Hiring Process Too Much
Many background checks can be performed with a very short turnaround time. They can also help speed the process by simultaneously checking different areas, such as references, criminal records, driving history, and more.
At Employers Reference Source, Inc., you can trust in the quality, accuracy, and reliability of our expert team's background screenings. Contact us today to take advantage of our full suite of screening and verification services.


