National Survey: Employers Universally Using Background Screenings to Protect Employees, Customers and the Public

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HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE RESEARCH:

Background Checks Are Nearly Universal

Nearly all the employers surveyed—96 percent—stated their organization conducts one or more types of employment background screening. A background check for employment purposes, in very basic terms, is the compilation of information regarding an individual which may be considered when determining eligibility for a position.

• 83 percent of respondents screen all full-time employees
• 67 percent of respondents screened all part-time employees

Of the four percent that stated they do not conduct background checks:

• 37 percent stated they use other tools or methods to screen applicants
• 29 percent cited cost as the reason
• 27 percent could not state a reason why their company does not conduct background screenings

Employers Recognize the Importance of Accuracy, But Are Challenged with the Length of Time to Get Results

Eighty percent reported their organization has a documented screening policy, with only 10 percent saying they did not and 9 percent stating they did not know. Most companies wait to conduct a background screen until after a job interview or conditional job offer. A full 86 percent conduct a background screen after the job interview, including 55 percent that wait until after a conditional job offer is made.