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Data Breach & Prevention

By: Jesus Munoz Background screening is a vital process for many industries, offering valuable insights into potential employees and tenants. However, the sensitive nature of this information makes it a prime target for cybercriminals. To protect against such breaches, it’s imperative for companies to adopt stringent data security measures, including robust encryption, access controls, and…
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Healthcare staffing process transformation

Transform Your Healthcare Staffing Process

By: Raymond A. Alvarado Our team recently attended TravCon, the leading conference for traveling healthcare professionals. A recurring theme among attendees was the need to streamline the background check process. Many expressed frustrations with traditional methods, citing their slowness, high cost, and unreliability. These issues can lead to delays in hiring, increased expenses, and potential…
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Understanding Employee Drug Testing: Exploring the Different Methods

Written By: Jesus Munoz In today’s workplace, ensuring a safe and productive environment is more important than ever. One effective way to achieve this is through employee drug testing. With various methods available, it’s crucial to understand each one to make the best choice for your organization. In this blog post, we’ll explore the most…
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Los Angeles County’s New Fair Chance Ordinance: What Employers Need to Know

Written By: Jesus Munoz Los Angeles County is set to implement a new Fair Chance Ordinance on September 3, 2024, which will significantly impact how employers conduct background checks and hiring processes. This ordinance expands upon existing state and city laws, placing stricter requirements on employers operating in unincorporated areas of the county. Key Changes to…
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Enhancing Compliance, Security and Safety: The Benefits of Continuous Employee Monitoring

Written By: Raymond A. Alvarado CRCA believes ushering in an era of safety and security are paramount by employing innovative technologies to mitigate risk. We have launched continuous monitoring programs that have been gaining prominence in all industries. CRCA harnesses the power of real-time tracking and data via continuous criminal monitoring. This system offers a…
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Courthouse Vs. Fingerprinting

Courthouse Vs. Fingerprinting: Why You Should Go To the Source For Background Checks

Written By: Raymond A. Alvarado Please see below some of the key differences for both types of background checks. Courthouse Background Check: In summary, courthouse background checks offer a meticulous, localized approach to assessing an individual’s legal history. With their emphasis on accuracy, reliability, and personalized attention, these checks provide a valuable resource for informed…
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Gainesville, Florida Fair Chance Act

In our effort to bring you the latest news and updates, a new law was just passed on December 22, 2022, in Gainesville, Florida. The City of Gainesville passed the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance (Ordinance No. 2022-617 | Code of Ordinances | Gainesville, FL | Municode Library). This went into effect that same day. This…
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Naughty or Nice?

Naughty or Nice? Don’t let the hustle and bustle of the holiday season compromise your on-boarding process. Besides seeing Christmas decor and advertisements in October, the scariest part of the holiday season is the rush to on-board temporary staff. Some companies lean towards not screening temps in order to speed up the process and save…
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Is it Illegal to Verify Wage History? - CRCA

Is it Illegal to Verify Wage History?

In an attempt to foster pay equality and prevent wage discrimination, new legislation has been introduced in states and cities across the US. There have been nine jurisdictions that now prohibit salary history verifications during the hiring process. Trends are leading to the belief that many other states will soon follow suit. It is CRCA’s…
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CRCA Screening QuickApp Data Entry

Ready to Reduce Your Data Entry?

Applicant Entry: QuickApp Access to the most effortless and accurate way to order a background check is available for all of our valued CRCA customers. Tired of having your applicants sign paper consent forms and then have to keep the papers on file? Are you done with having to be a hieroglyphics translator, deciphering applicant…
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