Category: Background Screening

24 Feb 25

Essential Background Checks for Pest Control Companies

In the pest control industry, technicians enter clients’ homes and businesses, often unsupervised. Ensuring these employees are trustworthy and qualified is paramount to maintaining your company’s reputation and client safety. Implementing comprehensive background checks is not just a regulatory formality but a critical step in building a reliable and professional…

24 Feb 25

Building Trust Through Excellence: How PlusOne Screening Solutions is Redefining Employment Screening in 2025

Building Trust Through Excellence in Employment Screening Hiring the right candidate is more than just verifying a resume. Employment screening plays a vital role in ensuring that companies make informed hiring decisions, reduce risk, and maintain a safe work environment. While background checks, drug testing, and employment verifications are core…

23 Jan 25

How PlusOne Helps High-Compliance Industries Streamline Operations and Reduce Risk

High-compliance industries are highly regulated and have strict standards, particularly when it comes to Employee Screening, COI Management, and License Tracking. These high-stakes industries require strict adherence to laws, regulations, standards, and ethical practices that were established to ensure organizations are operating legally and safely. Failure to meet compliance standards…

23 Jan 25

What To Know About Drug Testing: PlusOne Screening

Drug testing is a key aspect of workplace compliance and safety, commonly utilized across various industries to maintain drug-free environments. While there are multiple types of drug testing methods, this blog will specifically focus on urine-based drug testing, which is one of the most widely used methods in employment and…

04 Dec 24

PlusOne Screening Solutions Achieves Coveted Placement on HRO Today’s 2024 Baker’s Dozen ‘Customer Satisfaction in Employee Screening’ List

HRO Today magazine has named PlusOne Screening Solutions one of the top Midsize Background Screening Firms in HRO Today’s 2024 Customer Satisfaction Ratings. This is the largest screening services customer satisfaction study in HR trade media- and this is the very first year PlusOne has competed for this honor and its matching…

18 Nov 24

Local Laws and Regulations Changing Faster than Federal

For many years, the focus for Human Resource professionals was federal law. The FTC’s Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) imposed obligations when using consumer reports as a factor in establishing eligibility for employment. Among these obligations was disclosing to the applicant and obtaining authorization prior to requesting the consumer report.…

05 Nov 24

Enhancing Security with Continuous Background Screening and Legislative Awareness

The Imperative of Continuous Background Screening Continuous background screening goes beyond the initial checks done before hiring. It’s an ongoing process that keeps you informed about any changes in an employee or contractor’s status. With the dynamic nature of today’s workforce, this practice is essential for mitigating risks that can…

04 Nov 24

Disclosures and Authorizations in the Background Screening Process: Ensuring FCRA Compliance

The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) places strict regulations on how consumer reports, including background checks, are used to protect applicants’ privacy and ensure fairness and accuracy in job selection decisions. Employers must go to great lengths to understand and comply with FCRA regulations to avoid costly legal actions and…

04 Oct 24

Seven-Year States: What Employers Need to Know for Compliance

When it comes to conducting background checks for employment, understanding the nuances of state laws is crucial for employers. One particularly important concept is that of “Seven-Year States.” While the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) at the federal level allows for the reporting of convictions regardless of age, many states…

04 Oct 24

Navigating State FCRA Laws: Essential Knowledge for Background Screening Users

In an age where thorough background checks are crucial for employment and contracting screening, understanding the nuances of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and state-specific laws is essential. While the FCRA provides a federal baseline for consumer protections, individual states often implement additional regulations that can complicate the background…

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