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  ABCs of Background Checking. 2003? #7393
You want to weed out the bad apples, but not break the law. You want to announce what you’re doing, but not scare off applicants from applying. Here’s a roundup of what HR needs to know about background screening.**http://www.workforce.com/archive/feature/22/16/22/index_printer.php

   Are You Well Armed to Screen Applicants? 1995. #7390
Companies that use background checks and other screening tools will stay ahead of the game. How? By avoiding violence, crime, sexual harassment and multimillion-dollar lawsuits.**http://www.workforce.com/archive/feature/22/19/12/index.php   

  Can you suggest some ways for confirming or evaluating information provided on job applications? 2003. #6232.  Minimum steps to take in screening applicants

  Charities Find Ways to Screen Volunteers Despite Insufficient Funds, Time. 2002. #334
Background checks and screening of volunteers in charities.

  Consent for criminal background history check Authorization/Waiver/ Indemnity 2002. #3850
Consent/release form for volunteer background checks from Child and Family Guidance Center, Dallas TX.  

  Cracking the Ex-Files, 2003. #6004
Background checks - the trick lies in who you ask and how you ask them
**http://www.workforce.com/archive/feature/23/51/30/index.php  

  Criminal background checks: a checklist of pros and cons. 2002. #6203
Criminal background checks are becoming more common as a result of increased access to information and increased liability for failure to tap that information. 

  How Many People Fail Background Checks? 2001? #7389
Some numbers exist, but study them carefully. Many are subject to interpretation. Employers need to carefully define the meaning of "failing" a background check, since variances can occur between industries.
**http://www.workforce.com/archive/article/22/13/81.php  

  How to hire the best people without breaking the law. 2002. #2629
Keep abreast of new employment laws by following these guidelines.

  How to hire the right person the first time. 2003. #5237
 It’s an important task, but the tools are simple.  

  How to Screen Job Candidates Effectively. 1995. #7392
Here are a few tips to help screen job candidates.
**http://www.workforce.com/archive/feature/22/19/12/223290.php  

  Know the Background of Background Checks. 2002. #7394
An attorney talks about what you need to know when conducting background checks, and points out potential landmines. **http://www.workforce.com/archive/article/23/30/42_printer.php  

   Policy for background criminal history checks. 2002. #2374
Sample policy from Family Services, Cedar Rapids IA. 

  Reference-Checking Checklist. 2003. #7391
A short form to use when calling references. **http://www.workforce.com/archive/article/23/41/28.php  

   Reference checks policy. 2002. #2553
Sample policy from Family Services, Cedar Rapids IA. 

   Release of Information. 2002. #1797
Release form for licensed and registered providers Criminal/Protective Service Background Checks from Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch, Billings MT. 

   Resources for Screening Volunteers. 2002. #335
Tools, organizations and services to help screen volunteers. 

   Screen. 2000. #7397
Good screening and background checks help make the right match for every open position. **http://www.workforce.com/archive/feature/22/26/30/index_printer.php  

   Screening Smarter with Background Checks. 2002. #7396
While it’s important to find a company that’s competent at verifying credentials, it’s also crucial to check for the right things. ** http://www.workforce.com/archive/feature/23/23/93/232398.php  

   Screening Volunteers. 2002. #3565
Ten tips to make it easier and more effective 

   Spotting lies. 2003. #6145
As a first line of defense, HR can take steps forward to weed out dishonest applicants      

  Ten safe hiring tools. 2003. #7400
When recruiters, hiring managers or human resources professionals need to fill a position, its not enough to simply look for the proper skills set, experience or a good fit. Employers must also determine if there are reasons not to hire the candidate.
** http://www.esrcheck.com/articles/article26.php