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Driver background investigations
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- Employers should complete a thorough background investigation on applicants as part of the company’s safety and security program.
One of the most critical elements of a successful safety and security program is the pre-employment screening process. Unfortunately, the importance of this relatively straightforward task is often overlooked.
Pre-employment investigations
Motor carriers can either do background investigations on applicants, or can hire a third-party provider. Background investigations may include a review of the applicant’s:
- Criminal convictions,
- Motor vehicle violations,
- Poor credit history, and/or
- Misrepresentations regarding education or work history.
But regardless of who completes the background investigation, the important point is that a thorough, accurate, and verified background investigation is done on each driver candidate before a hiring decision is made.
HR topics to review as you hire motor carrier employees: Americans with Disabilities Act and Discrimination.