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Oil & Gas Background Checks: A Quick Guide

Oil & Gas Background Checks: A Quick Guide


It's clear: safety-sensitive worksites such as those in the oil and gas industry demand careful hiring.  … Heavy machinery, hazardous materials, and strict safety regulations mean the hiring process must screen for risk without slowing projects.

The Future of Oil & Gas Background Checks

The Future of Oil & Gas Background Checks


The oil and gas industry is under constant pressure to move fast without cutting corners. Projects span remote locations, involve hazardous materials, and run on tight deadlines.

Audit-Proof Hiring in Oil & Gas

Audit-Proof Hiring in Oil & Gas


Audits in oil and gas rarely come with notice. Inspectors can arrive unannounced, asking to see proof that every worker is trained, certified, and cleared for the tasks at hand. If the records aren’t ready, the fallout can be immediate: fines, work stoppages, or a frustrated client.

Oil and Gas Drug Testing: An HR Compliance Guide

Oil and Gas Drug Testing: An HR Compliance Guide


Picture this: Your crew is about to start work on a drilling rig, heavy machinery is active, hazardous materials are on site, and schedules are tight. Now, imagine one worker shows up under the influence. This isn't just a personal issue, it’s suddenly a safety threat to the entire site.

The Importance of Human Verification in Background Checks

The Importance of Human Verification in Background Checks


AI is Reshaping Background Screening … Background screening is one of the most important parts of the hiring process. It helps employers verify employment history, education, and qualifications before making decisions.

New EAD Revocation Rules: What E-Verify Employers Need to Know

New EAD Revocation Rules: What E-Verify Employers Need to Know


The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has reshaped how employers manage revoked Employment Authorization Documents (EADs).

What to Do if You Get a 613 Notice

What to Do if You Get a 613 Notice


Don’t panic, here’s how to handle it. A 613 Notice is a heads-up from a background checking company that they found a public record (like theft or drug possession) that could be yours, but it hasn’t been verified.

613 Notices: Who Pays the Price?

613 Notices: Who Pays the Price?


Richard Alexander Williams had no criminal record. A college graduate from Chiefland, Florida, with a degree in criminology, he was the kind of candidate HR departments say they dream about: educated, clean-cut, and motivated.

Mid-Year Employment Law Roundup

Mid-Year Employment Law Roundup


We’re nearly halfway through 2025, and several employment law changes have already taken effect.  … OSHA has finalized a long-delayed rule for the construction industry. New York State has expanded wage, leave, and discrimination protections.

Avoiding Thousands in I-9 Fines

Avoiding Thousands in I-9 Fines


The $8M Wake-Up Call … In April 2025, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) fined three Colorado companies more than $8 million for hiring workers who were not authorized to work in the United States.

Montana Labor Laws: Q&A on Employment Relationships in Montana

Montana Labor Laws: Q&A on Employment Relationships in Montana


Montana’s labor laws don’t change often, but they stand out for one reason: Montana is not classified as an at-will employment state.

Why Hiring Teams Are Moving to Digital Identity Verification

Why Hiring Teams Are Moving to Digital Identity Verification


In 2023, the Federal Trade Commission reported >31k cases of employment identity theft. That was an 18% increase from the previous year. Many of these cases involved stolen IDs used to get jobs. Most would pass a standard background check. But the problem has evolved.

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