Substance abuse remains one of the most serious issues facing U.S. businesses, with more than 6 million active alcoholics employed at a price tag of $276 billion a year. More than 70 percent of all current illicit drug users aged 18 and older are employed. With such a dangerous and widespread problem, it's important to [...]
Thank you to all of our amazing clients for making 2019 a wonderful year! Cheers to a successful and prosperous new year.
May the magic and the wonder of the holiday season stay with you throughout the coming year. With warmest wishes from all of us at Essential Screens, happy holidays!
From National Association of Professional Background Screeners If you are in need of verifying new employees past work history or education history, we have some tips to help make the process as smooth and timely as possible. Provide as much information as possible with the search request. The full employer or school name, city and [...]
From all of us at Essential Screens, have a blessed and happy Thanksgiving! "What if, today, we were grateful for everything?" - Charlie Brown
With changing Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, our Essential Screens consultants have compiled suggested best practice for 2018. These updates are critical for employers to understand in order to avoid anything from fines to being shut down. 49 CRF Part 40 Regulatory Changes Educate your managers and drivers on the new 49 CRF Part 40 [...]
Blue Arrows Background Meaning Up Increase And Graph Background checks may seem like an easy choice for most employers, however, the benefit of screening applicants may far extend what even they previously thought. Many workplace issues can be reduced with a quality hire, including: turnover, accidents, absenteeism and theft/fraud. Implementing a background screening [...]
As a new year begins, we would like to thank you for choosing Essential Screens as your Consumer Reporting Agency partner this past year. It has been a sincere pleasure serving you and working together to protect your company and clients. We hope that you have enjoyed the enhanced quality of our products and services. [...]
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Businesman touching virtual screen Hiring can be a long, drawn-out and even tedious task. Often, by the time a suitable candidate is found, the hiring manager is ready to close the book on that particular position. However, it is always worth the extra effort to run a background check on your potential hires. [...]
