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Criminal Background Checks Australia and Obtaining Employment – What You Need to Know

Criminal background checks and police checks, such as Australia’s Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, is a common part of their hiring process. Whether you’re applying for your dream job or […]

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Assessing Disclosable Court Outcomes

When a Nationally Coordinated Criminal Record Check (NCCHC) reveals a disclosable court outcome (DCO) or any outstanding charges, some basic steps must be followed by accredited agencies (including InterCheck Global […]

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Guide to Police Checks in Victoria

With an increasing nationwide focus on safety and security, together with the tightening of various industry compliance requirements, many people now undergo mandatory police checks and other background checks in […]

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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 […]

A professional sitting at a desk, reviewing background screening results, including a police check and criminal history check, as part of the hiring process.
What to Do When Someone Has a Criminal Record?

Have you ever run criminal history checks on future or current staff members hoping to not find anything – but then you did? Being prepared in these situations will make life easier for your organisation.

What Legislation Applies When Running a Police Check in Australia?

You’ve run a criminal history check and found something! What do you do now? Or rather, what can you do now?

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?

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