Background screening is a step in the employment process that involves analyzing past and present details about a prospective employee before hiring. In the past, a background check was not necessary for the hiring process as companies were more concerned about the skills and qualifications of a potential employee. However, due to the drastic changes in hiring policies, including work safety, drugs and alcohol consumption, and government regulations, a background check is an important process.
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Conducting background screening is a comprehensive multiagency undertaking that involves getting comprehensive reports. Moreover, it is a
