Yung is the manager of human resources at a credit union. Following an incident where a former employee was convicted for theft of customer account information, Yung has become increasingly concerned about negligent hiring lawsuits. Which of the following steps would be the most helpful in addressing her concern?
A) Ensuring selection criteria are based on job descriptions
B) Ensuring selection criteria are based on job specifications
C) Carefully scrutinizing application forms and checking references
D) Obtaining consent to check references
E) Adequately assessing the applicant's ability to meet performance standards

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Carefully scrutinizing application forms and checking references can help Yung identify any potential red flags or past behavior that could indicate a risk for theft or fraudulent activity. This step can also help ensure that the applicant has the necessary qualifications and experience for the job. While the other options listed are also important in the hiring process, they do not specifically address Yung's concern about negligent hiring lawsuits.

Yung Is the Manager of Human Resources at a Credit