Posts by First Contact HR
The Science Behind Fingerprinting: Unraveling Its Role in Background Checks
Fingerprints are like nature’s own barcodes, each designed uniquely for every individual. Their distinctiveness, lasting from birth to death, renders them as one of the most trustworthy identification markers. This individuality paves their way into diverse applications, from their use to unlock and lock security systems, identifying victims in mass disasters to helping police nab…
Read MorePhiladelphia Strengthens Its Commitment to Fair Chance Employment
Philadelphia continues to lead the nation in fair hiring reform. With new amendments to its Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance (FCRSSO)—better known as the Philadelphia Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance or “Ban-the-Box” – the city has expanded protections for job applicants with criminal records. Signed into law on October 8, 2025, and taking effect January…
Read MoreThe Reference Check: Putting Your Job Candidate to the Test
No matter how long you’ve been in the business of hiring and onboarding new employees, sometimes a candidate leaves such a great impression that you’re tempted to offer them the job on the spot. Then again, you may have been overly optimistic in the past, and that led to disappointment. No matter where your instinct…
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