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The Safe Hiring Manual

BRB Publications
January 1, 2007
512 Pages - SKU: BRB1350859

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The Safe Hiring Manual goes far beyond the typical hiring handbook. It is a comprehensive blueprint for developing a safe hiring program for employers, human resources, security professionals, private investigators, labor lawyers ¯ anyone concerned about hiring safe and qualified workers. The Manual details how to exercise due diligence throughout the hiring process, significantly increasing an employer’s chance of avoiding the financial and legal nightmares of even one bad hiring decision.

The Safe Hiring Manual goes far beyond the typical hiring handbook. It is a comprehensive blueprint for developing a safe hiring program for employers, human resources, security professionals, private investigators, labor lawyers -- anyone concerned about hiring safe and qualified workers. The Manual details how to exercise due diligence throughout the hiring process, significantly increasing an employer’s chance of avoiding the financial and legal nightmares of even one bad hiring decision.

For Employers

Audit your firm’s current policies and practices
Learn how to avoid workplace violence
How does drug testing work and when you can use it
What to do if you find adverse information after the hire
Legal post-hire practices
Tips for hiring independent contractors
Tips for hiring out of state
Understand employment laws (FCRA, EEOC, Title VII)
Turnover Cost Calculator Form

For Screening Firms

Essential best practice checklists
Correct use of FCRA forms and disclaimers
Comply with all state laws
When not to supply misdemeanors
Tips on conducting reference checks
Tips on finding public record vendors
Conduct international checks
Search terrorist’s databases
Consumer reporting agency responsibilities
Questions to ask previous employers
Use of arrest only records

The Safe Hiring Manual answers these questions and more:

What are the 15 "Red Flags" to look for when interviewing an applicant?
What are the 10 essential tips needed for effective telephone reference checks?
How does an employer legally obtain, evaluate and utilize criminal records?
What are the 10 sure signs an employer is hiring a lawsuit waiting to happen?
How should you select a background screening firm?
How can an employer conduct international background checks?
What is the best way to protect against hiring terrorists?

The Safe Hiring Manual

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