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Pre-Employment background screening is best administered to match the level of liability that the position being filled represents. While all background checks share some common components, as the level of responsibility increases so should the level of scrutiny. That’s why HireSafe has created FCRA compliant packages that provide a consistent approach to this HR tool that is fair and easily managed. Basing the components of a background check on arbitrary factors or appearances is an invitation to a lawsuit.
The various packages are listed below, with a detailed explanation about each of the individual searches that make up each package listed further down.
For general employment:
Basic Profile: $24
- Social Security Number Validated
- Address History
- Alias Names Listed
- County Court Criminal Search
Basic National Profile: $39
- Social Security Number Validated
- Address History
- Alias Names Listed
- County Criminal Record Search
- Instant Multi-State Criminal Report
Basic National Profile PLUS: $59.00
- Social Security Number Validated
- Address History
- Alias Names Listed
- Sex Offender Search
- County Criminal Record Search (up to three searches)
- Instant Multi-State Criminal Report (with record confirmation)
Essential Profile: $49
- Social Security Number Validated
- Address History
- Alias Names Listed
- Sex Offender Search
- Criminal Record Search in the domicile County Court
- Criminal Record Search in the domicile Federal District Court
- Motor Vehicle Records (MVR)
Essential National Profile: $69
- Social Security Number Validated
- Address History
- Alias Names Listed
- FBI Report
- National Sex Offender Search
- Instant Multi-State Criminal Report (with record confirmation)
- County Criminal Record Search (single search)
- Federal District Criminal Record Search (single search)
- Motor Vehicle Records (MVR)
Essential National Profile PLUS: $99
- Social Security Number Validated
- Address History
- Alias Names Listed
- FBI Report
- National Sex Offender Search
- Instant Multi-State Criminal Report (with record confirmation)
- County Criminal Record Search (up to three searches)
- Federal District Criminal Record Search (up to three searches)
- Motor Vehicle Records (MVR)
- Employment Verification (one search)
For more specific positions:
Medical Worker Profile: $49.00
- Social Security Number Validated
- Address History
- Alias Names Listed
- County Criminal Record Search
- National Sex Offender Search
- Instant Multi-State Criminal Report (with record confirmation)
- Homeland Security Search (OFAC)
- FBI Search
- Medical Sanctions Report (FACIS & OIG/GSA)
national criminal jurisdictions
Trucking/Transportation Profile: $49.00
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Tenant Screening Profile: $49.00
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Nanny & Home Care Provider Profile: $149.00
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HIRE-SAFE Background Check Menu of Services
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Social Security
Trace Report
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Recommended for all applicants, this search reveals the name(s) associated with a social security number, past and present addresses, and fraudulent use of the social security number. Results may be used to cross-reference addresses supplied by applicant to insure the integrity of the information on the job application or resume.
Using a social security number, a past address history search retrieves information from the credit bureaus and reveals where a subject has lived in the past seven years. Using this information as a “pointer” you can begin to run some of the most basic but powerful searches for criminal records; the county and statewide criminal record searches.
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Motor Vehicle Reports (MVR)
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Covers driving records available from all 50 states and Canada. These reports can include records of: driving while intoxicated, revoked license, accidents, minor traffic violations. Because driving records are held in state bureaus and have access to all counties in the state and sometimes other states, they can be very useful for general screening purposes. Records are only searched back 3 years. Some state fees and surcharges may apply. Pricing varies from state to state, please call for specific state rates.
This screen is highly recommended for all positions that may require the use of a motor vehicle. In some states, convictions of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol are not revealed on the criminal record and are placed on the MVR record. Our Motor Vehicle Reports include such items as DUI arrests and convictions, reckless behavior, moving violations, suspensions and revocations. Additionally, it will outline the type of license approved and any restrictions to that license. HIRE-SAFE adheres to guidelines set forth by the Driver's Privacy Protection Policy Act (DPPA).
When a fatality accident or other serious driving violation occurs the information is sent to the National Driver Registry.
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Liens & Judgments Report
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A summary report of state-based liens and judgments filed against an individual.
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E-Verify
Legal Right to Work
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The E-Verify program allows you to instantly verify the following from your desktop computer: Social Security Number, the applicant’s Address History, Telephone Number and Driver’s License number. This information is to be used only to verify if the documents presented during the interview are legitimate.
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County Criminal Court
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This is one of the most important tools for uncovering criminal records available, and is recommended for all applicants to ensure a safer work environment.
Because law enforcement must report charges resulting from arrests on felonies, misdemeanors and other offenses, this criminal search is conducted at the county level where a subject is most likely to have any information filed. HIRE-SAFE recommends conducting searches for current and previous addresses of residence and employment for the past seven years.
HIRE-SAFE is one of few screening companies using actual researchers who will physically go into the county courthouse to hand-pick the court records from any county in the United States.
All county criminal searches go back a minimum of seven years and include felonies and misdemeanors. The average turnaround time for county courthouse searches is 1 - 3 business days. Some courts impose statutory surcharge fees to access their records.
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County Civil Court
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Civil Court Records reveal if a person or company is involved in non criminal lawsuits including litigation for tort, contract, or real estate disputes.
These types of lawsuits are filed by individuals or corporations against other private parties or corporations. Civil history records provide information about: product liability suits, violation of civil rights, judgments, nonpayment of goods and other similar cases. These cases can be found at the county level. Unless otherwise specified and an additional fee is paid, records are only searched back seven years. Most jurisdictions are divided into an upper level ($25K and higher) and a lower level (less than $25K). Some statutory court fees apply.
Recommended for medical professionals, management, general contractors, out sourced professionals, and service providers such as cleaning services, daycare providers, and general maintenance providers. Federal District Court searches are INCLUDED with the County Superior Court search at NO EXTRA CHARGE
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Federal District
Criminal Court
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Some offenses are violations of Federal law as opposed to state or local law. Record of these crimes can be located in the US District Courts. Each state has at least one US District Court, while others are divided into as many as four districts in separate geographical regions. Federal violations generally will not appear in either a county or statewide criminal check. Only a small percentage of criminal cases are violations of Federal law. However, Federal offenses can be very severe involving kidnapping, drug trafficking, interstate transportation of stolen goods, bank robbery, illegal immigration, terrorist activities and embezzlement. Federal District Court searches are INCLUDED with the County Superior Court search at NO EXTRA CHARGE.
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Federal District
Civil Court
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Federal civil records are searched at an appropriate US District Court. Cases are typically related to interstate commerce, violations of civil rights, issues involving the federal government, financial institutions, etc.
Federal District Court searches are INCLUDED with the County Superior Court search at NO EXTRA CHARGE.
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InstaCrim Multi-State
National Criminal Report
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For this report, HIRE-SAFE searches over 245 million records in 39 states. This is an effective tool to screen applicants who have lived in numerous locations or whose previous positions required travel across state lines. This service is recommended as a supplemental search to criminal background screening to identify criminal activity in jurisdictions outside of current and previous residences and employment geographical locations.
national criminal jurisdictions
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Credit Report
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Includes name, current address with other previous addresses, SSN, and may include the following: phone, current employer, up to three previous employers, and aliases. Credit summary complete file including public records (i.e., liens, judgments, etc.), collection accounts, current or previous delinquent accounts, types of credit, and total indebtedness. Displays “Profile” (i.e., account charged off, repossessed, etc.) and alerts of any confirmed or suspected fraud activity. This credit report is designed for employment purposes, so it does not place an inquiry on the applicants report.
Recommended for all positions that involve access to cash, expensive equipment, or financial record keeping. This service provides the employer insight to the applicant’s level of fiduciary responsibility.
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Drug Testing
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HIRE-SAFE offers a nationwide administration of employee drug and alcohol testing programs that strictly adhere to federal and state guidelines. With approximately 5,000 DHHS (Department of Health and Human Services) certified and trained collection sites, HIRE-SAFE has one of the largest collection networks in the nation.
We are able to provide drug testing using hair, urine or saliva samples. Additionally, we offer an MRO (Medical Review Officer) Service, computerized, random testing schedules and comprehensive training for all of our programs. We can help you design and implement a program to meet the individual needs of your company and help you manage the changing needs of the state and federal requirements.
Average turnaround time varies depending on the test procedures. The 5-Panel Urinalysis (with negative results) is usually completed within 48 hours.
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Academic Verification
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Academic Verification will confirmation an applicants’ highest level of education. We will verify institutions, dates, major areas of study and degrees earned. Level of education is the most common item falsified on a job application or resume.
The verification of Degrees, Certificates etc. are primarily accomplished through the educational institution. Many of the nation’s Universities and Colleges have followed the trend and have changed to a 900 Number Services for degree verification. The average fee is between $15 and $20, not including the HIRE-SAFE service charge.
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Previous Employment Verification
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This report draws on the previous employers knowledge of applicant during the period of employment specified in the application. The information obtained by the HIRE-SAFE interviewer includes but is not limited to: dates of employment, character, salary, title, disciplinary actions, eligibility for rehire, work habits, interaction with others and performance.
Over the past seven years a few 900 Number Services, the best known being the “The Work Number for Everyone”, began purchasing the former employee information from the larger employers in the country. They created a large database of former employees that they charge to access when performing an employer call with one of their candidates. These fees range from $14 to $20 in addition to the HIRE-SAFE service charge for Employment Verification Information.
In a few cases, there are employers that actually charge background screening companies a few dollars to access the information of a former employee. These charges all passed through to the client.
Recommended for all applicants due to the fact that employment history is often embellished.
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Professional License Verification
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Useful for verifying professional license and certifications, as well as providing the subjects professional standing with a regulatory body. Based on the information submitted, we contact the necessary licensing agencies, and verify standing, as well as verifying dates and any other information crucial to the license.
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Professional Reference Verification Interview
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Important for affirming applicants claims of dependability, integrity and character through contact with business and personal references.
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Military Service Records
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This service is recommended for all applicants stating military service on job application or resume. This service is unique in that it provides information that is not normally found in employment and education screenings. This report provides such details as dates of service, rank, pay, decorations and medals, performance, and reason for discharge. Turnaround time can be up to 3 weeks.
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Sex Offenders
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A sex offender is typically an individual who has been convicted of a violent sexual crime such as rape, or someone who has committed a sexual offense against a child or a loved one. Details in the report usually include: identifiers, registered address, aliases, case numbers, charge(s), conviction details, and period of incarceration.
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Worker’s
Compensation
Records
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Workers Compensation claims history contains abbreviated information taken from two types of government documents: Report of Injury & Court Contested Claims. Some states also have privately reported information available. Reports typically have: date of injury, time lost, employer during the time of incident, type of injury, body part and job related disability. Depending on the state reporting, information may vary.
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O F A C
USA Patriot Act
Compliance
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The USA Patriot Act Compliance Report (OFAC) is a database compiled from lists provided by U.S. and various international governmental agencies of individuals who may be involved in terrorist activities, money laundering, illegal imports, fraud against government agencies, violations of federal banking regulations, and fugitives from justice. Information may include date of birth, place of birth, citizenship, employment or group membership or affiliation.
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F A C I S
Fraud Abuse Control
Information System Report
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This extensive report reveals sanction and disciplinary information related to a wide range of healthcare providers, and is obtained from the Dept. of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG), the Government Services Administration (GSA) and other federal agencies as well as those taken by licensing and certification agencies from all 50 states.
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International Criminal Records
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Criminal records are available from 172 foreign countries.
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Metro Area Criminal
Record Search
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Select jurisdictions are able to provide a metro-area criminal record database search. This search generally does not contain DOB information or final disposition. For compliance a separate onsite courthouse record search is required when a name-match record is located from this search. Call for the area’s included and special terms.
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NOTE: Based upon the FCRA, database criminal record searches are NOT valid for employment decisions when they are the only criminal record(s) being utilized. If a record (“hit”) is found, then the original local court of jurisdiction files must be retrieved at additional cost.
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