Background screening has quickly become a staple in the hiring process for businesses world-wide. Some companies screen applicants because they are seriously concerned with their ability to perform critical job functions, while others are performing checks simply to demonstrate due diligence in the event of legal proceedings. Implementing background screening into your hiring process will naturally encourage applicants to be honest, while discouraging applicants with something to hide
Times vary significantly based on the types of searches conducted and the company that provides them. We proudly claim the fastest turnaround times in the industry for employment, education and references. Most background screening companies promise turnaround times of 2-3 business days.
Yes. Certain state laws and the Fair Credit Reporting Act (a federal law that regulates who is permitted to access your consumer report information and how it can be used) generally require written or electronic consent from the applicant prior to a third-party screening.
The Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions (FACT) Act was enacted in 2003 and amends the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The FACT Act entitles consumers to obtain one free copy of their consumer files from certain consumer reporting agencies during each 12-month period. If Data At Ease has prepared a consumer report or investigative consumer report in your name for one or more of our clients, you may request a free copy of the report(s) in your file.
A disclosure is a standalone document stating that you are going to be performing a background check on an applicant. This form must be provided to the applicant prior to conducting any background screening. Additionally, applicants must complete and sign an authorization form that permits you to conduct a background check on the applicant
Yes, an applicant’s date of birth is used as a common identifier and is often required to complete criminal record searches and other verifications.
Yes, requests can be submitted 24/7 at your convenience.
Applicants have 5 days to complete the process before the applicant portal request expires.
No, there are no minimum monthly or yearly fees.
No, there is no limit to the number of users you can add to your account.
Data At Ease offers its clients a net 30 day payment term.