Background check
Background Check
A Background Check (pronounced: /ˈbakˌɡround ˈchek/) is a process a person or company uses to verify that an individual is who they claim to be, and provides an opportunity for someone to check a person's criminal record, education, employment history, and other activities from their past.
Etymology
The term "Background Check" originates from the English language, with "background" referring to a person's past or history, and "check" meaning to examine, investigate, or verify.
Related Terms
- Criminal Record: A record of a person's criminal history, often used in background checks.
- Employment History: A record of the jobs a person has held, including job titles, salary, and dates of employment.
- Education Verification: The process of verifying the education, training, or certification claims of a job applicant.
- Credit History: A record of a person's repayment of debts, often checked during a background check for certain positions.
- Identity Verification: The process of verifying an individual's identity, often a part of a background check.
Process
A background check involves several steps. First, the person or company conducting the check must obtain the individual's permission. Then, they typically hire a third-party company that specializes in background checks. This company searches various databases, including those of local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, as well as other databases, to compile a report on the individual's past.
The report may include information about the individual's criminal record, if any, their employment history, education, and credit history. It may also include information about their driving record, civil records (such as lawsuits), and references from past employers.
Uses
Background checks are often used by employers as part of the hiring process, especially for positions that require high security or trust. They may also be used for tenant screening, for certain types of licensing, and for firearms purchases.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Background check
- Wikipedia's article - Background check
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