Effective employment screening practices

Abstract

States the reasons why companies should screen candidates, and provides brief examples from industry. Outlines a framework for screening, quoting Malcolm Wheatley, of the UK’s list of how to recruit and retain. Covers the application interview, testing, drug testing, credit checks and referencing. Argues the need for preparation and that the investment is worthwhile in the long term.

Citation

Frankenfield, G. and Kleiner, B.H. (2000), "Effective employment screening practices", Management Research News, Vol. 23 No. 7/8, pp. 24-29. https://doi.org/10.1108/01409170010782118