There was plenty of news this week relating to screening, hiring, and compliance. Here are three top stories you may have missed.
In the first of a two-part series, Forbes.com this week takes a look at local, state and federal legislation that could affect background screening practices across the country. The article focuses on legislation that is very likely to pass, and focuses on candidates’ rights, fair chance hiring, pay equity, cannabis reform, and more.
“As the 2023 legislative season matures, lawmakers are providing insight into their legislative agendas. While the bills introduced echo similar themes from years past, social causes advancing candidates’ rights are evolving to do more with more less – including embracing advances at the state and local level. As a result, multi-state employers must be prepared to navigate the patchwork of legislation impacting background screening practices across the country.”
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Vault Workforce Screening offers a free 30-minute screening program audit with one of our certified compliance experts who understand the regulatory landscape and how you should be responding. We will review your existing screening program and workflows and provide meaningful insight as to where there may be any compliance red flags, overspend, or opportunities for efficiency and improving the driver candidate experience. There is no obligation or risk involved, and you will receive a report you can review with team members following the consultation.
The economy added 311,000 jobs in February, once again beating expectations, with surprisingly strong job gains occurring in leisure and hospitality, retail trade, government, and health care.
“February’s report is further evidence that the labor market is fundamentally different compared to pre-pandemic,” said Bill Armstrong, president of recruiting at Safeguard Global. “We are seeing the number of job opportunities and competition for candidates remain strong. It is more common than not to see strong candidates receiving multiple job offers.”
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Many oompanies are turning toward the contingent workforce space. as they adapt to new challenges in the hiring landscape. Whether your business is already on board, or is merely considering hiring contingent workers, you should review your screening program now and make sure it is up to par. You’ll ensure you’re building a safer workforce and providing a safer environment for all, while reducing risk, saving time and money, and futureproofing your program.
Read More: Is your screening program built for today’s workforce? (vaulthealth.com)
The Truck Safety Coalition (TSC), a group dedicated to reducing the number of deaths and injuries caused by truck-related crashes, is calling on Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to prioritize truck safety measures in the wake of recent hazmat emergencies.
“It is past time to issue essential and overdue truck safety standards that will prevent hazmat crashes, save lives, protect communities, and put public safety ahead of corporate profits.”
As a result, the group is calling on Buttigieg and the DOT to move forward and issue the following safety standards on trucks:
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Vault Workforce Screening recently discussed adding a comprehensive sleep program to your existing screening program.
We invited Dr. Jagdeep Bijwadia MD, CEO of SleepMedRx to discuss sleep apnea and transportation safety. Download a recording and copy of the presentation deck of the Vault Workforce Screening Sleep Apnea & Transportation Safety Webinar presented on March 14th.
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