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How Safe Hiring Worldwide Background Screening Works
At Safe Hiring Worldwide, we strive to make the background screening process simple, efficient, and reliable. Below is an overview of how our background checks work, from initiating a request to receiving the final report.
Step 1: Choose Your Background Screening Service
Log Into Your Account
- Access your Safe Hiring Worldwide dashboard using your login credentials.
Select the Screening Type
- Choose the type of background checks you need for a candidate or group of candidates. Common services include:
- Criminal Record Checks
- Employment Verification
- Education Verification
- Credit Checks
- Global Sanctions/Watchlist Screening
- Choose the type of background checks you need for a candidate or group of candidates. Common services include:
Customization Options
- Tailor the checks to specific requirements based on your industry or compliance needs, such as geographic regions or additional verifications.
Step 2: Submit Candidate Information
Input Candidate Details
- Enter the required candidate information such as:
- Full Name
- Date of Birth
- National ID or Social Security Number (if required)
- Address History (for location-based checks)
- Employment/Education History (for verification checks)
- Enter the required candidate information such as:
Request Consent
- We will automatically send an email to your candidate requesting their authorization to conduct the background check. They’ll need to:
- Review and sign the consent form electronically.
- Provide any additional required information (such as a copy of ID, where applicable).
- We will automatically send an email to your candidate requesting their authorization to conduct the background check. They’ll need to:
Step 3: Background Check Processing
Data Collection
- Once consent is received, Safe Hiring Worldwide begins gathering data from various official sources such as:
- Government records
- Law enforcement databases
- Educational institutions
- Previous employers
- Credit bureaus
- Once consent is received, Safe Hiring Worldwide begins gathering data from various official sources such as:
Automated and Manual Verification
- We use a combination of automated systems and manual verification by our experts to ensure the accuracy and thoroughness of the information.
Global Reach
- For international background checks, we partner with trusted sources in the relevant countries to ensure compliance with local laws and access to accurate records.
Step 4: Monitor Progress and Updates
Real-Time Tracking
- You can monitor the status of each background check request through your account dashboard.
- Status indicators will show whether the check is in progress, awaiting information, or complete.
Notifications
- Receive email notifications at key stages:
- When the candidate submits their consent.
- When a background check has been completed.
- If there are any delays or issues requiring your attention.
- Receive email notifications at key stages:
Step 5: Review the Final Report
Access the Report
- Once the background check is completed, the final report will be available in your dashboard for download or review.
Report Contents
- The report will include:
- A summary of the checks performed.
- Detailed results of each screening (e.g., criminal records found, employment confirmed).
- Clear pass/fail indications where applicable.
- The report will include:
Understand the Results
- Reports are easy to interpret, with clearly highlighted areas for any discrepancies or concerns.
- Guide to Reading Your Report can provide additional support in understanding the data.
Step 6: Take Action Based on Results
Make Informed Decisions
- Use the background check results to make well-informed hiring or business decisions, ensuring compliance and reducing the risk of fraud or negligent hiring.
Dispute or Clarify Information
- If a candidate disputes any information in their report, they can submit a formal dispute, and we will review and correct any inaccuracies.
Compliance and Security
- FCRA and GDPR Compliance
- Safe Hiring Worldwide ensures that all background checks comply with relevant laws and regulations, including:
- Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) in the U.S.
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe.
- Safe Hiring Worldwide ensures that all background checks comply with relevant laws and regulations, including:
- Data Security
- All candidate data is encrypted and stored in highly secure databases to protect privacy and ensure confidentiality.
Typical Turnaround Times
- Criminal Checks: 1-3 business days
- Employment/Education Verification: 3-5 business days
- International Checks: Timeframes vary depending on the country but typically take 5-10 business days
Support
If you have any questions about the process or encounter any issues:
- Contact Us via email at support@safehirings.com.
- Live Chat is available during business hours to assist with any immediate concerns.
