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04 Nov 24

Disclosures and Authorizations in the Background Screening Process: Ensuring FCRA Compliance

The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) places strict regulations on how consumer reports, including background checks, are used to protect applicants’ privacy and ensure fairness and accuracy in job selection decisions. Employers must go to great lengths to understand and comply with FCRA regulations to avoid costly legal actions and…

04 Oct 24

Seven-Year States: What Employers Need to Know for Compliance

When it comes to conducting background checks for employment, understanding the nuances of state laws is crucial for employers. One particularly important concept is that of “Seven-Year States.” While the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) at the federal level allows for the reporting of convictions regardless of age, many states…

04 Oct 24

Navigating State FCRA Laws: Essential Knowledge for Background Screening Users

In an age where thorough background checks are crucial for employment and contracting screening, understanding the nuances of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and state-specific laws is essential. While the FCRA provides a federal baseline for consumer protections, individual states often implement additional regulations that can complicate the background…

01 Oct 24

PlusOne Screening Solutions to Showcase Advanced HR Risk Mitigation Strategies at HR Southwest Conference 2024

PlusOne Screening Solutions is excited to announce that we will be attending the HR Southwest Conference October 13-16 in Dallas, Texas! We can’t wait to network with individuals in the HR industry and share our screening expertise. If you’ll also be in attendance, we’d love to catch up! Visit us at…

20 Sep 24

Background Screenings Best Practices: Ensuring Compliance and Efficiency

There are multiple factors involved in the hiring process to find a qualified applicant to fill an open job position. This holds true for employees in your workplace as well as in-home contractors and subcontractors performing work on your company’s behalf. In this article, we will outline best practices to…

17 Sep 24

Understanding Consumer Reports: Key Insights for Employers from PlusOne Screenings Solutions

When filling job vacancies, considering internal promotions, ensuring the safety of your customers and staff or meeting contractual requirements, many companies turn to background screenings to ensure they make informed decisions. At PlusOne Screening Solutions, we want to shed light on the process and responsibilities involved in using consumer reports…

12 Sep 24

Why the Hospitality Industry Benefits from a Certificate of Insurance Tracking System

In the fast-paced and customer-centric world of hospitality, ensuring smooth operations and maintaining stellar reputations are paramount. One critical yet often overlooked aspect that can significantly impact these goals is the management of certificates of insurance (COIs). Utilizing a certificate of insurance tracking system can provide the hospitality industry with…

09 Sep 24

2024 Minnesota Employment Law Update: Key FAQs for Companies on Legislative Changes

As we move through 2024, Minnesota’s employment landscape is evolving with several key legislative changes that employers need to be aware of. At PlusOne Screening Solutions, we’re committed to keeping you informed about important updates that could impact your business and employment screenings. The areas that these changes have affected: …

06 Sep 24

Navigating the New ‘Employment Fairness Act for Returning Citizens’ in Prince George’s County: What Employers Need to Know

We have written extensively about Ban the Box, Fair Chance, and Clean Slate initiatives. Prince George’s County version takes effect within days and we thought we would go through it as an example of what we are talking about and the restrictions that are springing up. The Bill is titled…

05 Sep 24

Ban the Box: What Employers Need to Know for Effective Screening

“Ban the Box” started as a literal phrase meaning to ban the box on employment applications after the question “Have you been convicted of a crime” with a box for yes or no. It’s gone much beyond that now, prohibiting any type of inquiry or criminal record check before…