What Is a Driving Record Screening?

A driving record screening is a review of an individual's history behind the wheel. While each state allows different details to be collected in a screening, they typically include:



• Driver's license information and status, including permitted classes and any endorsements
• Violations and accidents
• Restrictions or suspensions
• Convictions for vehicular crimes, including DUIs

Why Are Driving Record Screenings Important?

Driving record screenings are especially needed when an employee will be transporting people or particularly valuable or sensitive materials, but are important for any employee who will use a vehicle in any work-related capacity. These screenings benefit you and your employees by:

• Enabling you to hire the safest drivers
• Helping protect your company from claims of negligent hiring or retention
• Promoting compliance with regulations, particularly for transporting passengers
• Providing important details other screenings may not include — for example, in some states, DUI convictions are not included in criminal background checks
• Reducing your insurance rates
• Improving corporate morale and reputation

Using Care with Driving Record Screening Results

As with any screening information, employers must be careful to be in compliance with the Drivers Privacy Protection Act and other federal, state, and local regulations, particularly when hiring decisions are based on any negative information discovered through background checks.

At Employers Reference Source, Inc., driving record screenings are just one of the many solutionswe provide to help you hire and maintain the best, safest workforce possible. Contact us today to take advantage of our expert screening services.