The majority of employers now allow applicants to complete formal job applications online. We feel it would be ideal to include a written disclosure on their websites which states that the organization conducts background checks.
We always encourage our clients to post signage in their offices, preferably in areas where applicants complete their applications. Not only does it deter job seekers who are trying to hide something in their background, it also shows your current workforce that your organization fosters a safe workplace.
If your organization needs to hire individuals out of state, which necessitates that they complete an online application, placing a written disclosure on your website will serve the same purpose as if they were coming into your office’s location.
Workplace Violence
One out of every six crimes occurs in the workplace and homicide is the second leading cause of workplace death in the U.S.
Education Falsification
National Credit Verification Service reports that 25% of the MBA degrees it verifies on resumes are false.
Statistics
72% of shrinkage is due to employee theft.
34% of all job applications contain lies.
30% of small business failure is caused by employee theft.
