{"id":611,"date":"2019-11-15T05:31:34","date_gmt":"2019-11-15T05:31:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.affordablebackgroundchecks.com\/blog\/?p=611"},"modified":"2024-09-25T10:51:34","modified_gmt":"2024-09-25T10:51:34","slug":"employee-background-checks-are-the-best-way-to-prevent-theft","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.affordablebackgroundchecks.com\/blog\/employee-background-checks-are-the-best-way-to-prevent-theft\/","title":{"rendered":"Employee Background Checks are the Best Way to Prevent Theft"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hiring employees for your business can be a stressful process. Considering the qualifications and character of potential hires<\/strong> is both difficult and time consuming. In addition to going through job applications and resumes, many employers<\/strong> choose to purchase background checks<\/strong> on future employees<\/strong> in order to get an idea of their integrity<\/strong>. Criminals<\/strong> are generally not at the top of an employers list, especially not repeat offenders<\/strong>. It is important to be diligent in determining that your potential hires are going to be loyal and trustworthy. In this article, we will discuss why the employee background check<\/a> is the smartest way to screen future employees and help prevent future thefts<\/strong> from the workplace.<\/p>\n

Indicators of Possible Workplace Theft<\/h2>\n

Employee theft<\/strong> can take many forms and can happen at any time. Some offenders can steal repeatedly for years at a time without ever getting caught, slowly draining your company of valuable money and resources. Whether it\u2019s stolen cash or stolen time, hiring a thief<\/a> can be very costly to you and your business. What\u2019s more, depending on the severity of the crime<\/strong>, you could even face liability<\/strong> if the employee steals<\/strong> from customers<\/strong> or clients<\/strong> under your nose. Indications that a potential employee could be a theft risk include the following:<\/p>\n

Criminals<\/h3>\n

Potential hires with a criminal history<\/a> are often more likely to commit workplace theft. Of course, there are those who reform their ways and change their habits, but in general, it is wise to hire people who have no criminal record<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Sex Offenders<\/h3>\n

Obviously, having a sex offender in the workplace is a concern for safety and security. You might not think that a sex offender record is relevant to the question of thievery, but in fact, whether a potential employee is a sex offender says a lot about a person\u2019s character. If they are willing to violate another person\u2019s body, who is to say they wouldn\u2019t be capable of violating your property?<\/p>\n

Drug Addicts<\/h3>\n

When someone is a drug user<\/strong>, their inhibitions are generally impaired, often even when they are not high. What\u2019s more, when an addict is under the influence, they are much more likely to commit a crime, especially in a situation in which they are comfortable, like in the workplace. Addicts have a reputation of stealing money<\/strong> from family and friends to get their fix. Who is to say they wouldn\u2019t pocket some cash from the register to fund their habit?<\/p>\n

Financial Issues<\/h3>\n

Often times, people who commit workplace theft do so because they are in a desperate financial situation<\/strong> and are looking for an easy way out. It can be very tempting to steal from the company bank when money is tight. A bad credit rating<\/strong> and mounting debts<\/strong> can be an indicator of theft risk in potential hires<\/a>. Just because someone hasn\u2019t stolen before, or at least gotten caught, doesn\u2019t mean they wouldn\u2019t.<\/p>\n

Workplace theft<\/strong> is a very common problem and one that you can\u2019t afford to overlook when hiring new employees. How can you avoid potential losses and liability due to this? Criminal background checks<\/a> and drug screen results<\/strong> can give you vital information about your candidates that will help you make a wise and informed decision.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s What Doesn\u2019t Work<\/h2>\n

Many companies use a variety of strategies to prevent workplace theft. Although it is good to have protocols<\/strong> in place that protect your business, there is always some option for a determined thief to get away with stealing from you. Zero-tolerance policies don\u2019t work, because people who don\u2019t plan on getting caught don\u2019t care whether their employees would tolerate their behavior if they were caught. Point of sale systems are great, but there are other ways to steal time, money, and resources from your company than just reaching into the register drawer and pulling out cash. Any system of trust<\/strong> or checks<\/strong> that could be put in place to prevent workplace theft can ultimately be abused and circumvented by someone who is familiar with the operations<\/strong> of your company.<\/p>\n

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Get the Facts with the Employee Background Check<\/h2>\n

Here at Affordable Background Checks<\/a>, we compile the results of all our state<\/strong> and national databases<\/strong> into a single, easily understandable, and all-encompassing background report<\/strong> on potential hires. We provide the most accurate results to help you thoroughly screen your candidates and make the right choice. Background check results include everything from criminal records and drug tests to credit reports. If you are in need of a little peace of mind when it comes to the integrity of potential employees, use Affordable Background Checks<\/strong> today.<\/p>\n

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