Background checks

Jan 12

The Ultimate Guide: How to Conduct a Background Check

Discover the step-by-step process of conducting a comprehensive background check for potential employees.
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Jan 12
Dec 1

Oral Fluid Testing Myths Get Busted

There is plenty of misinformation regarding the science of drug testing floating around. This guide explains the facts behind the most common oral ...
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Why Use Lab-Based Oral Fluid Drug Testing?

What makes oral fluid testing so different? Find out by downloading this fact sheet.
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Misconceptions About a Drug-Free Workplace

A company without a drug-free workplace system in place is losing money. Find out more in this guide.
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Get the Secrets to a Drug-Free Workplace

Maybe you’re thinking about implementing a drug-free workplace program. Maybe you already have one in place and want to make it better.
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How to Plan Your Next Onsite Drug and Alcohol Testing

Performing on-site drug test collections at your place of business or job site offers many benefits, including simplified logistics
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Reasonable-Suspicion Drug Testing Guide

The complexities of employment screening can be overwhelming.
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Everything HR Professionals Need to Know About Background Checks

The complexities of employment screening can be overwhelming.
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Maximizing your next on-site testing event

Download the document to find tips to generate the maximum ROI from every testing event.
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Item TitleThree Divergent Paths for Dealing with Opioid Abuse

The opioid crisis has left employers, even small business owners, with a decision to make. Which path do I take to deal with opioids at my workplace?
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Occupational Health Management

If you haven’t yet chosen to implement an OCM program, or you are lacking elements that could improve the health, and thereby the productivity of your team, it’s time for a change.
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Jul 27

Understanding Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke: Symptoms and Treatments

As temperatures soar, it becomes crucial to stay vigilant about the risks of heat-related illnesses, particularly heat exhaustion and heat stroke. ...
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Jul 27
Mar 9

"I Called Dibs!": Competing for the Best Job Candidates during a National Labor Shortage.

When a national labor shortage has you and your competitors vying for the same workers, how do you make sure that you attract the best candidates out ...
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Mar 9
Feb 11

Is That Yours: The Rise of Employee Theft

Three out of four employees admit to stealing from their employer at least once. Employee fraud occurs for two years, on average, prior to being ...
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Feb 11
Sep 9

The Rise of Drug Abuse & Your Business

Drug use is on the rise. In almost every measurable category, we see a surge in substance abuse. In light of these increasing numbers, the question ...
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Sep 9
May 10

Advancements in DNA To Give You Greater Clarity

DNA testing is not new. We’ve been using DNA testing since the early eighties to determine biological relationships, replacing the less precise ...
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May 10
Apr 15

Workplace Noise Hazards Can Do Serious Damage

Job related hearing loss can do permanent damage to your employees and increase the risk of a serious accident at work. Utilizing the proper ...
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Apr 15
Mar 16

PART 2 - Employment & Background Checks: What Do They Want To Know?

Why Is My Employer Asking For A Background Check? Last week, we discussed the basic info about employee background checks--- what they are, the wait ...
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Mar 16
Mar 9

PART 1 - Employment & Background Checks: What Should I Know About The Process?

Why Is My Employer Asking For A Background Check? Background checks are often a prerequisite to employment and volunteering in order to confirm any ...
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Mar 9
Feb 16

Medical Surveillance and Occupational Health Management

What is Medical Surveillance? When you say the words “medical surveillance,” it sounds almost ominous, doesn’t it? This term may not be used in ...
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Feb 16
Feb 9

What does the future of work look like?

These trends, recently published by the National Safety Council, reveal the future of business--it's a business centered on your employees and the ...
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Feb 9
Oct 8

Calculating ROI of Safety Programs in 2021: Background Checks

Safety programs that include drug testing, background checks, and occupational medicine are not new, and, for many businesses, are an essential part ...
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Oct 8
Aug 7

Continuous Driver Monitoring: Your key to safety

You can predict an accident before it even happens, keeping your employees safer and reducing the risk of employees getting injured while on the job. ...
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Aug 7
Apr 28

Hiring during and after COVID-19

In 2020, hiring is more complex than it has ever been before. We have the tools you need to hire successfully:
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Apr 28
Apr 14

Employers required to use updated I-9 May 1, 2020

The I-9 form is used to verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States, and it is ...
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Apr 14
Jan 22

FMCSA Clearinghouse Issues Arise

Employers can continue hiring with 49 CFR 391.23(e) procedures
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Jan 22
Dec 30

Workplace Safety in 2020: Are you prepared?

Many of us are goal setting this week. As business leaders, the line between personal and business goals sometimes becomes blurred. We aim to lead ...
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Dec 30
Jul 16

Should you use continuous monitoring for your drivers?

In Houston, few companies can offer continuous driver monitoring; however, this monthly, bi-monthly or quarterly service can protect your company ...
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Jul 16
Jun 27

8 Ways Fleet Drivers Can Stay Alert

Fleet drivers are challenged with many obstacles in remaining awake and alert while on the job. Although there are many safety precautions ...
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Jun 27
Jun 18

Should I use Social Media Screening when Hiring?

Hiring is still on the rise, but the pool of applicants continues to become smaller and smaller as the unemployment rate dips. As you seek to find ...
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Jun 18
May 21

Instant Clear Background Checks Create Complex Problems for Employers

Employer have been asking about instant clear background checks lately, and we wanted to take a minute to explain why this is a service Workplace ...
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May 21
May 9

Reasonable Suspicion Testing: More Relevant than Ever

In April, New York banned marijuana testing for a number of positions, and more employers are choosing to avoid marijuana testing in their hiring ...
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May 9
May 9

How to Screen Youth for Work

The standard protocol for hiring, a background check, a drug screen, and a reference check, will not necessarily work for your youngest hires. ...
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May 9
Mar 29

CBD Oil: What's the truth behind this new panacea

What exactly is CBD oil, what is the legality of it, and how does the flood of CBD oil in Texas affect businesses?
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Mar 29
Mar 26

What is the role of an MRO?

The MRO is a key person in the drug testing process. He or she ensures that the drug tests are administered properly, that the correct drug panel was ...
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Mar 26
Feb 21

Drug testing required for unemployment benefits in Texas

In 2017, SB 21 amended Texas State employment laws to “require mandatory drug screening as a condition for the receipt of unemployment compensation ...
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Feb 21
Feb 7

5 Costly Misconceptions of a Drug-Free Workplace

Drug and alcohol abuse has devastating effects on families across the U.S. As seen in the current opioid epidemic sweeping the country, many ...
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Feb 7
Oct 31

3 Ways Pre-Employment Drug Testing Reduces Employee Turnover

In 2011, for the first time, drug overdose deaths in the US exceeded the number of motor vehicle fatalities, showing that drug abuse is becoming more ...
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Oct 31
Sep 11

Notes from the CEO: Hire securely this holiday season

School is back in session, and many employers are looking to their holiday hiring plans. Holiday hiring is always difficult, but never more so than ...
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Sep 11
Aug 22

How to Know if Your Background Check Vendor is Putting Your Company at Risk

Background checks are an essential part of any business’ hiring process, helping to assure workplace safety and reduce potential liability. ...
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Aug 22