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Pre-employment Screening
Hire with Confidence Through Thorough Candidate Verification
Comprehensive Pre-Employment Assessment
Pre-employment screening is crucial for ensuring workplace safety and making informed hiring decisions. Our process begins with requesting proper authorization from applicants, as current data protection legislation including GDPR requires explicit consent before conducting any background checks. We clearly communicate the types of checks involved, their purposes, and candidates’ rights regarding their data, including the right to withdraw consent at any time.
Multi-Faceted Verification Process
Our screening encompasses identity document verification to confirm candidate identity and eligibility to work in Canada, as required by Ontario law. We conduct thorough criminal record checks, particularly essential for roles involving vulnerable individuals or sensitive information. Our team verifies employment history, education credentials, and professional licenses while examining credit history and financial stability. We also perform comprehensive reference checks with previous employers and character references to assess work performance and reliability.
Advanced Screening Technologies and Methods
We utilize sophisticated screening tools including our proprietary CourtTRAQ system, which is electronically linked to over 2,000 federal, state, and county courts, automating over 60% of criminal record searches for enhanced efficiency and reduced turnaround times. Our comprehensive approach includes both hair and urine drug testing to provide wider detection windows and test for diverse substances. We implement random testing programs as part of ongoing employment screening to maintain drug-free workplace standards.
Legal Compliance and Risk Mitigation
All our pre-employment screening procedures strictly adhere to Ontario’s Human Rights Code and privacy legislation. Under the Police Record Checks Reform Act, we ensure proper written consent is obtained before conducting any background checks, and results are first provided to candidates to verify factual accuracy before release to employers. Our screening helps employers meet legal requirements while identifying potential risks including high turnover, decreased productivity, workplace accidents, and workers’ compensation claims.