Employee Screening and Vetting Services
A sound employee screening programme will not only verify information provided on a candidate’s job application it will also assess the candidate’s reputation, integrity and cognitive ability. An effective employee screening policy helps a company to manage their risk effectively.
Criminal Record Checks
Criminal Record Check With Biometric Fingerprinting (AFIS)
Ensure a secure and compliant hiring process with iFacts’ Criminal Record Check, conducted using biometrically captured fingerprints via the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS).
How It Works:
Afiswitch (AFIS) performs fingerprint clearances on behalf of the South African Police Service (SAPS) against the SAPS fingerprint database of all known convicted and/or case awaiting trial persons to determine the previous conviction and/or case awaiting trial status of an applicant. We can request an updated report without requiring new fingerprint scans. This means:
With a nationwide network of fingerprint capture locations, iFacts ensures convenient access to biometric screening across multiple regions in order to conduct criminal record checks. View the latest list of available locations:
Checks using hardcopy fingerprint form—a process recognised by the South African Police Service (SAPS).
How It Works
Who Should Use This Service?
iFacts ensures a secure and efficient process for obtaining criminal record checks—wherever you are.
Credit Checks
An affordable and effective way to evaluate an individual’s credit risk, this check is particularly valuable yet only available when hiring for financially sensitive positions.
Why Conduct a Credit Check
Assess Financial Risk
Helps determine if a candidate poses a potential financial risk to the organisation.
Verify Employment History
Many individuals list previous employers on credit applications but omit them from their CVs—this check provides additional insights.
Compliance & Consent
Credit checks can only be conducted for specific job-related purposes and require candidate consent.
iFacts provides access to all major credit bureaus through a secure online platform. All checks are conducted in a real-time electronic environment, ensuring fast, accurate results.
Make informed hiring decisions with iFacts’ comprehensive credit risk assessments.
Qualification Verification
Protect Your Business From Credential Fraud
Qualification fraud is a growing global issue, and no academic credentials should be accepted at face value. Ensure authenticity and compliance with iFacts’ comprehensive online qualification verification services for both South African and international qualifications.
Our Qualification Verification Services Include:
Fast, Secure & Reliable Verification
To conduct a qualification verification, we require:
- A copy of the certificate
- A signed consent or release form
Protect your organisation from qualification fraud with iFacts’ secure, real-time verification services. Contact us today to verify academic credentials with confidence!
ID Verification
Ensures the Applicant Is Who They Claim To Be
Identity theft remains one of the most prevalent global crimes, with over 930 million confidential records compromised worldwide. Ensuring the authenticity of an individual’s identity is crucial for fraud prevention and compliance.
Prevent fraud, enhance security, and verify identities with confidence. Contact iFacts today for fast, reliable, and secure ID verification services.
Driver & PDP Verification
Driver’s License & Professional Driving Permit (PDP) Verification
Ensure Compliance, Safety & Legality with iFacts’ Driver’s License and Professional Driving Permit (PDP) verification services. If your employees drive company or personal vehicles for work, verifying their licenses and permits is essential for risk management and legal compliance.
A Professional Driving Permit (PDP) is mandatory for drivers operating specific vehicle types in South Africa, including:
- Goods transport vehicles
- Passenger transport vehicles
- Vehicles carrying hazardous materials
- Breakdown and emergency vehicles
A PDP may be revoked if a driver becomes medically unfit or is convicted of:
Protect your business and ensure your drivers meet all legal requirements with iFacts’ fast, secure, and reliable verification services. Contact us today!
Firearm Competency Verification
At iFacts, we understand the importance of compliance with firearm regulations in South Africa. The Firearms Control Act 60 of 2000 governs civilian firearm possession, making competency verification essential for legal ownership.
What is Firearm Competency Verification?
Employment Reference Checks
At iFacts, we understand that hiring the right candidate is crucial for your organisation’s success. While candidates often provide a CV including referee details, it’s important to acknowledge that these references may not always reflect the true picture. That’s why we recommend partnering with a professional verification service like iFacts to ensure you make informed hiring decisions.
Employers must go beyond simply accepting the information presented in a CV. Engaging a specialised company for employment verification and reference checks means you’ll receive:
- Accurate Verification: We rigorously verify the information provided in the CV, including previous employment details.
- Insightful Questions: Our team will ask targeted questions to gain insights into the candidate’s likelihood of being re-hired, attendance records, and overall work ethic.
- Customised Reports: We provide comprehensive reports that highlight key findings, allowing you to assess the candidate’s suitability for your organisation.
Mitigate Hiring Risks
Enhanced Workplace Safety
Improved Hiring Processes
At iFacts, we are committed to providing thorough employment verification and reference checks that empower you to hire with confidence. Our services are designed to enhance the integrity of your hiring process, ensuring you select candidates who align with your company’s values and expectations.
Social Media Risk Assessment
Enhance Your Hiring Process
In today’s digital age, social media is a powerful tool that shapes perceptions and influences hiring decisions. Individuals often reveal more about themselves online than they would in a traditional interview. This “digital footprint” that analyses up to 2500 data points offers valuable insights into potential or existing employees, helping employers assess their suitability for the workplace culture and identify any potential risks.
Why Conduct Social Media Risk Assessments?
Investing in iFacts’ Social Media Risk Assessments is a proactive step toward refining your hiring processes and ensuring you attract the right talent. In a world where social media is ubiquitous, it’s essential for employers to understand the implications of an applicant’s digital presence.
Psychometric Assessments
With our integrity assessments, we utilise scientifically validated tools designed to measure a candidate’s propensity for honesty, dependability, and ethical decision-making. These insights empower employers to make informed decisions that strengthen their teams and enhance overall organisational success.
Investing in iFacts’ integrity assessments is a proactive step toward fostering a trusted workforce. Whether for pre-employment screening or continuous monitoring, our integrity assessments provide the insights needed to maintain a strong ethical foundation within your organisation.
Our comprehensive behavioural assessments utilise scientifically validated tools to gauge personality traits and workplace behaviors. This data empowers employers to make informed hiring decisions, ensuring that new team members contribute positively to organisational success.
Skill Assessments
Ensuring Employee Competency and Success
At iFacts, we understand that hiring the right talent is essential for the success of your organisation. That’s why we offer a comprehensive range of skill assessments designed to evaluate employee competencies effectively. Our assessments measure specific, tangible, and teachable abilities relevant to various fields and professions.
Why Conduct Skill Assessments?
Skill Assessments are critical tools for ensuring that candidates possess the necessary abilities to excel in their roles. Here’s how our assessments can enhance your hiring process:
The Long-Term Benefits
Investing in skills testing enhances your recruitment strategy and protects your organisation from unnecessary financial burdens. By identifying the right candidates, you can foster a more competent and productive workforce.
FAIS and DOFA Checks
In the South African financial services sector, rigorous pre-employment screening is essential to ensure that individuals meet regulatory and professional standards. Two critical components of this screening process are FAIS (Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services) and DOFA (Date of First Appointment) tests.
The Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act (FAIS) governs the conduct of financial services providers and their representatives in South Africa. FAIS screening involves verifying whether candidates comply with the requirements set forth by the Act, which includes proper qualifications, registration, and ongoing competency. This ensures that employees in the financial services industry possess the necessary skills and knowledge to provide sound financial advice to clients. Compliance with the FAIS Act is mandatory for all financial services providers in South Africa.
The Date of First Appointment (DOFA) refers to when a financial adviser or representative first registered as a representative under the FAIS Act. This date is significant as it determines the individual’s experience level and eligibility for specific roles within the financial sector. DOFA screening assists employers in assessing a candidate’s experience and ensuring they meet the industry standards before being employed in critical advisory positions.
Incorporating FAIS and DOFA tests into the pre-employment screening process is essential for any organisation operating in South Africa’s financial services sector. These tests help ensure compliance with legal requirements, mitigate risks, and enhance the workforce’s integrity. By emphasising regulatory compliance and professional qualifications, financial institutions can build a reliable, competent, and trustworthy team that meets the highest standards in the industry, ultimately leading to better service for clients and sustained organisational success.
PEP and Sanctions Checks
PEP (Politically Exposed Person) and sanctions tests are vital tools used in the South African pre-employment screening to assess candidates’ backgrounds and mitigate potential risks.
At iFacts, our screening technology cross-references candidates’ details against real-time databases to generate reports on any matches, making the process efficient and accurate. When a potential match arises, organisations need to conduct further investigations to understand the context and relevance.
Other Screening Services
Person Contact Trace
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CIPC Checks
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Industry Board Registration
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Vehicle Ownership
Understanding the history of a vehicle’s ownership is crucial for both buyers and sellers of vehicles. At iFacts, we provide comprehensive services that allow individuals and businesses to…
Marital Status Verification
Employers may need to verify marital status for various reasons, including benefits administration and tax considerations. Certain benefits, such as spousal health coverage or retirement plans…
Court Case Search
At iFacts, we recognise the significance of reviewing court records when assessing potential employees, partners, or clients. Court records provide essential information…
Work Permit Verification
Verifying an individual’s work permit is crucial for organisations aiming to ensure compliance and protect their interests. Employers are required by law to ensure that all employees have…
Permanent Residence Status Verification
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Passport Verification
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SAFPS Check
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Lifestyle Audits
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Ongoing Screening
Ongoing screening, also known as continuous or periodic monitoring, plays an important role in helping organisations stay compliant, manage risk, and maintain a trustworthy…