In the background check process, there are different types of background verification conducted.
Through a background report, employers look to verify these details about an applicant:
Work history: An employer may check which companies you worked with and verify the work details that you performed there.
Educational certificate: in this check, the employer verifies the genuineness of the degrees you have mentioned in your job application.
Credit history: This check verifies if the applicant is financially responsible This test is important if you would have access to the company's funds to perform your work duties.
Motor vehicle record: Via a motor vehicle record check the employer can attempt to verify if you have a clean driving record or have some history of accidents. This is especially important if your sale involves driving.
Criminal record: With this background check, the employer often wants to verify if there is any criminal record against your name or if there are any outstanding warrants
Social media use: Employers may check the applicant's social media account to understand how you are in your personal life and if you would be suitable for the organization's work culture
Drug screening: This check helps the employer verify if the applicant uses drugs and can be of any harm to other employees of the company.