27/10/2017
Background screening is the process of thoroughly investigating and authenticating various types of classified information such as criminal records, commercial records and financial records, of an individual or organization.
Background checks are often conducted for employers on job candidates for employment screening, especially on candidates seeking a position that requires high security or a position of trust, such as in a school, hospital, financial institution, airport, and government etc.
These checks provides the necessary information for employers in order for them to judge or be knowledgeable of a job candidate’s past mistakes, character, and fitness, and to identify potential hiring risks for safety and security reasons.
Checks may also be conducted to further differentiate potential employees and decide on a candidate that is best suited for the position.
There is a rising need for background screening which if left unchecked could lead to fraud, dishonesty and misconducted within an organization thus causing damage to a business brand, reputation and lead to financial losses.
FSA offers a range of Background Screening services to help our clients meet their organizational and individual needs.
FSA now provides its services to the government of South Africa. Our unique supplier number is: MAAA0426907.
FSA has a national footprint throughout South Africa being able to service all 9 provinces and conduct verification’s throughout Africa as well as internationally.
