Driver Screening for Safer Hiring
Because risky drivers can cost your company more than just money.
The Data:
A car accident resulting in evident injury incurs an average of $28,000 in total costs.
Fatal crashes incur a total economic cost of over 1.5 million dollars.
The number of large trucks involved in fatal and injury crashes has increased year over year.
What information is shown on a driving records background check?
Moving violations, suspensions, and restrictions
Class (commercial driver’s license, operator)
Driver’s license status (valid, suspended, expired)
DUI, DWI, and other felony or misdemeanor convictions
For Non-DOT purposes
Personal Driving Record Check
These reports contain state driving record information dating back 3 to 5 years. Gain peace of mind by obtaining a driving record for all non-DOT regulated employees with driving responsibilities.
For DOT Purposes
DOT Background Screening Solutions
Department of Transportation guidelines require each applicant to undergo a thorough background check. A DOT background check includes:
- Driving history check
- DOT employment verification
- FMCSA drug and alcohol test
- DOT physical
This screening process must be finalized within 30 days of the new hire’s start date. Peopletrail provides complete DOT screening solutions to clients large and small, nationwide.
Peopletrail Reccommendation
Initiate a Driving Record Check On:
- Employees of courier and chauffeuring companies
- Commercial drivers
- Machine operators
- Contract drivers in the gig economy
- Any volunteer who drives as part of their volunteer work
- Any employee who drives company vehicles
- A candidate who has a criminal record with a “Name Match Only”
Why Trust Peopletrail With Your Driver Screening?
Our driving record screening reports are comprehensive, accurate, and compliant. We work to ensure the following:
Organizations are required to assume liability for drivers operating company equipment as part of their job description. By checking the candidate’s driving history, you can take an essential step in mitigating all risks involved.
