Statement of integrity
A statement of integrity is an easy way to manage risks within your company. Here’s why you should add an integrity statement in your background check process.
Integrity statement: an easy method of risk management
An integrity statement is an easy way to manage risks, especially when this check is combined with other screening checks. A certificate of good conduct, which investigates a (potential) candidate’s criminal record, perfectly complements a statement of integrity.
DISA offers an integrity statement to provide insight into norm-violating behaviour. A (potential) employee is asked to truthfully complete an online questionnaire and then sign it for confirmation. Want to learn more about our background check processes? We are happy to help you. Send your request to our sales team.
Insights provided by an integrity statement
An integrity statement can provide various insights, including:
- Insight into potential financial risks
- Insight into additional roles, a (potential) employee holds
- Insight into involvement in criminal matters
Questions contributing to these insights might include, “Have you been convicted or are you a suspect in a criminal procedure regarding a crime or economic offence?” or “Do you hold additional roles such as volunteer work, board positions at foundations or associations, or part-time work for other clients?” These questions can be answered with yes/no, and there is space for the candidate to explain if needed.
Additionally, you can add specific questions to the integrity statement. Interested in this option?
Online integrity statement in a secure environment
The answers to an integrity statement are always securely stored. The (potential) employee is asked to answer and sign the integrity statement within their personal online account. DISA will never handle the statement via post, email, or phone, preventing unauthorised access to the answers.
The answers are stored in a central location, and the results can also be found in the screening report created after completing the full employment screening. The whole filled-in integrity statement, including signature with date/time stamp, is part of the screening report. Both a (potential) employee and an employer can view and download the report within their personal online account.
Answer the integrity statement anytime, anywhere
An additional advantage of an online integrity statement is that the questions can be answered anytime, anywhere within the personal online account. The (potential) employee can log in via a desktop computer or mobile device, such as a tablet or mobile phone, whenever it suits them best. This flexibility results in a shorter processing time, benefiting the complete employment screening process.
Statement of integrity is based on best practices
The statement of Integrity used by DISA is based on our years of experience in the HR landscape. Through our strong collaborations with clients, we have gathered knowledge about the questions organisations want to ask potential new employees. Using this knowledge, we have compiled a set of questions into a best practice integrity statement. This is why over 90% of DISA's clients use it. Do you have questions? Please get in touch with our sales team.
Why choose statement of integrity with DISA?
DISA takes the burden off your shoulders
Once you have registered a (potential) employee and chosen an appropriate screening profile, DISA takes over the work. The answers to the questions in the integrity statement can then be found in the screening report.
Offers tailored solutions
Does your organisation have specific questions to be added to the standard statement? DISA always provides suitable solutions.
Specialist in employment screening
Since 2009, DISA has specialised in screening employees. Our years of experience allow us to offer a fast and efficient screening process that complies with current (privacy) laws and regulations.
How does a DISA background check work?
Employment background checks with DISA
The success of an organization depends on the right people. Know who you are hiring and retaining. Background checks upon hiring can provide security. DISA has created different screening profiles for each sector and function, which can be customized as needed. In addition to the privacy statement, there are countless other checks to choose from.
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Frequently asked questions about background check of employees
How long does a background check take with DISA?
A background check with DISA can take from 1 to 5 days for a complete report. Depending on the type of checks and if the candidates have filled in all personal information that needs to be verified. The interim report is accessible 24/7, as soon as a check is ready, clients and candidates can have access through the personal accounts.
Can employers carry out background checks?
Yes, according to Swedish law, employers are allowed to conduct a background check on employees and new hires. To do a background check before hiring is rather a necessity in sectors that are essential for society, i.e., health care, transportation, banks, IT, and communications. The list goes on. Imagine hiring healthcare personnel who don’t have the right diploma or have been convicted of an inappropriate crime to work in the healthcare sector. Learn more about how you can conduct background checks on your employees with 100 % GDPR proof.
