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Social Media Background Checks: Are They Okay – Ask #HR Bartender

HR Bartender

Is it okay to Google or search social media for candidate information? Is it okay to Google or search social media for candidate information? It is illegal under the FCRA and discrimination laws to use the information you find to discriminate against someone because of a protected class. Why or why not?

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Key Human Resources (HR) Pillars: Your 101 Guide

AIHR

Human Resources continues to evolve with new and changing laws, trends, and business needs. Yet, many of the various HR pillars have remained constant. Simply put, HR pillars are the main focus areas that form the building blocks of a company’s HR and people strategy. Contents What is Human Resources?

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4 Takeaways from the HCCA 2019 Compliance Institute

Precheck

The Compliance Institute offers the opportunity to learn about the latest developments and priorities from regulators, and this year’s event was no exception. The Compliance Institute offers the opportunity to learn about the latest developments and priorities from regulators, and this year’s event was no exception.

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2025 Compliance Checklist: Key HR Practices for Employers

HRWatchdog

Readers are encouraged to listen to the podcast for detailed information. Readers are encouraged to listen to the podcast for detailed information. These updates touch on various aspects of the hiring process, from job advertisements to criminal background checks and pre-employment drug screenings.

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Approaches to Criminal Backgrounds Checks for an International Workforce

Cisive

In today’s age, the varying laws on conducting criminal background checks across Asia Pacific mean that companies need to adapt their screening measures in accordance with local legislations. In fact, many employers in Asia rely on their candidates’ self-disclosures to obtain information about an applicant’s criminal past.

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Unconscious bias training: What it is & how to improve your workplace

Business Management Daily

Unconscious bias training (UBT) can help business leaders and employees better understand and address bias. UBT is a vital training topic that deals with sensitive issues, so navigating it can be tricky. UBT is a vital training topic that deals with sensitive issues, so navigating it can be tricky. What is unconscious bias?

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Workplace violence prevention: Practical steps employers can take

Business Management Daily

Employers can face liability for negligent hiring if an unperformed or ignored background check revealed a violent history. Employers who allow harassment or discrimination to occur against may create fertile ground for workplace violence. A sexual harasser, for example, may progress to sexual assault.