Background Check News

With many employers turning to pre-employment screening as a valuable tool to learn just a little bit more about those whom they are looking to hire more restrictions seem to be being placed on these procedures.  As of August 10, 2010 Illinois has ended credit checks for pre-employment screening.

“Governor Pat Quinn today signed a bill into law that prohibits Illinois employers from discriminating based on a job seeker or employee’s credit history. The new law will remove a significant barrier to employment for the growing segment of the population whose credit history has been affected by the historic national recession.”

“Pre-employment credit screenings are on the rise throughout the nation. The Society for Human Resources Management recently found that 60 percent of employers run a credit check on at least some applicants. That is an increase from the 42 percent in 2006 and 25 percent in 1998.”

Illinois Government News Network

August 10, 2010

With growing restrictions on pre-employment screening it is vital that you choose a provider that is well versed in the case law on the matter.  Here at ASG we can advise you on the best and most cost effective approach to screening your employees.  If you would like more information on setting up a pre-employment screening package tailored specifically to your business feel free to contact us at 888-677-9700.

“A contract driver for Metro’s transit service for the elderly and disabled was arrested Thursday and charged with sexually assaulting a female bus customer in January in Prince George’s County, about two months after another driver was fired after a similar offense was reported, Metro Transit Police said Friday.”
Ann Scott Tyson ~ Washington Post
July 13, 2010

With companies taking a proactive approach to reducing their overall costs many are turning to subcontractors to fill these vacated roles. Subcontracting work is nothing new, but a new set of challenges comes along with it. Not only do these workers often have access to sensitive company assets but they also represent your company in the public’s eye.

The above cited news article should act as a precaution for all business owners employing subcontractors. This transit company employs 40 percent of their workforce as subcontractors. A background screening system is in place with this company at it may have saved them from the public outcry as well as millions of dollars. To see the full article, click here.

If you would like more information on setting up a background screening package tailored specifically to your business feel free to contact us at 888-677-9700.