Recommended Screening Guidelines

One of the most frequently asked questions posed to Faxon Investigations by new clients relates to what searches should be included for an effective screening program. For your convenience, Faxon Investigations offers some general recommendations that will help you avoid the liability of negligent hiring. But, to make sure your objectives will be fully met, give us a call to discuss your organization's purpose for screening and desired results.

New Applicants

Entry level:
SSN, Criminal Record, Driving Record (MVR), Prior Employer Verification.

Warehouse / Production:
Criminal Record, Driving Record (MVR), Prior Employer Verification, Workers' Compensation.*

Management:
Criminal Record, Civil Search, Prior Employer Verification, Education Verification, Driving Record (MVR).

Additional searches, as appropriate: Education and License Verification

*Note: The Americans with Disabilities Act specifies that the prospective employer may inquire into workers' compensation history only after a job offer has been made.

Current Employees

Never checked before: SSN (or Credit Report on employees handling valuables), Criminal Record, Driving Record (MVR) for drivers

Periodic Checks
A regularly scheduled check of Driving Records or Credit Report may reveal changes in behavior that might require some corrective action or attention.
- Driver's MVRs should be checked at least twice a year
- Employees with access to valuables should be subject to a credit check at least every three months