An important part of the hiring process in many industries is a candidate background check. These background checks provide employers with assurance and peace of mind about potential new hires. While many applicants with criminal records may still be great employees,...
Both laws and public opinion about some recreational drug use have changed in recent years. Specifically, cannabis legalization in many U.S. states has prompted widespread change in drug test policies for companies nationwide. As of 2022, 37 states have legalized...
It is a common misconception that prescription medications won’t appear on drug tests. However, whether they are looking to detect specific medications or there are ingredients in that prescription that the test can detect, there is more to drug testing than just the...
Whatever the reasoning for drug testing your employees, whether it’s a new hire, post-accident testing, or recurrent testing, you are entering an agreement with your employee. When employees sign on, they agree to your specific drug policy stipulations. That means...
When recruiting new employees, conducting a background check is the best way to protect your investments and ensure that you’re making the best hiring decision for your company. Just as it’s important for employers to know what a background check looks like, it’s...
