Some businesses are more security-based than others. Nonetheless, that doesn’t mean that all businesses shouldn’t be thoroughly vetting prospective employees.
Anyone you hire potentially has access to valuable information and data and perhaps even your company finances. Vetting can help to protect your business from fraud and other types of financial malfeasance. Here are a few ways that you can implement a thorough vetting procedure.
Proper identity checks
The first thing your vetting procedure should do is ensure that the applicant is actually who they say they are. This may sound obvious, but job applicants are prone to lying, even about who they are.
Be sure to thoroughly check driving licenses, passports and other forms of identification. If an applicant is reluctant to let you see these, then this is a potential red flag.
Look into employment history
Another useful part of the vetting process is checking employment history. This way, you can start to build an accurate picture of the applicant. Many companies like to request at least two references before hiring someone. If former employers are reluctant to provide references, this is another potential red flag.
Criminal background checks
Nowadays, it is relatively easy for employers to conduct criminal background checks. This is an important part of the vetting process. Should the prospective employee permit the check, then the employer can contact the relevant authorities (often online) and run the check. If the prospective employee refuses to consent to the check, then it could be a sign that they have something to hide.
A thorough vetting process can protect your company. Seek legal guidance to gather more information on the subject.
