Employment

How to conduct Background Checks on Potential and Current Employees

In Australia, background checks, including police checks, are an essential part of the recruitment process, helping employers make informed hiring decisions and ensure they are hiring trustworthy, qualified individuals.  Whether […]

What to Do When an Applicant Refuses a Police Check?

Employers can only conduct a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) police check with the informed consent of the individual. Prospective employees may be reluctant to disclose their criminal history […]

Two professionals reviewing documents in an office, discussing the process of document certification and police check verification in Australia.
How to Have a Document Certified

In Australia, certifying a document involves having a copy verified as a true and accurate reproduction of the original. This process is essential for purposes such as applying for government […]

A candidate reviewing documents related to a police check as part of a background screening process for pre-employment checks.
What are the Different Types of Pre-Employment Checks?

There are a range of pre-employment checks that a business may decide to use when screening its candidates. Candidate screening occurs so the workplace can confirm a person’s suitability for […]

How to Dress For a Job Interview

How to Dress for a Job Interview Whether you like it or not, first impressions are important. During interviews, in particular, first impressions are everything. Your appearance is the first […]

A driver operating a vehicle, representing the process of obtaining necessary background and police checks to work in on-demand transport in Australia.
How to drive for on-demand transport in Australia

How to Drive for On-Demand Transport in Australia The popularity of on-demand transport services has exploded over the past few years.  In truth, it’s the greatest phenomenon to hit the […]

A confident professional presenting in a business setting, highlighting the importance of background screening, including Police Check, to verify employment history and credentials.
11 Top Executives Who Lied on their Résumés

Have you ever lied on your résumé? Or received applications from candidates with fabricated claims about their qualifications and achievements?  The Brian Williams scandal shone the spotlight on the lengths […]

Can an Individual Refuse to Undergo a Background Check?

Mitigating employment risks for your organisation may mean that you need to conduct a criminal history check for new and existing employees. Doing so can help you assess any risks they pose for your organisation’s reputation, your clients, and, your workforce.

How Do I Conduct a Background Check on New Employees?

“Without trust, we don’t truly collaborate; we merely coordinate or, at best, cooperate. It is trust that transforms a group of people into a team.”
– Stephen M.R. Covey