Background Check
A background check is a screening process employers use to verify a job candidate’s history, including criminal records, employment history, education credentials, credit history, and professional references. Background checks help employers make informed hiring decisions and maintain a safe workplace. A PEO can manage the background check process, ensure compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and state-specific ban-the-box laws, and provide guidance on how to properly use background check results in hiring decisions.