Hiring the right people has always been important—but in today’s risk-sensitive business environment, it’s absolutely critical. Employers must go beyond basic screenings to ensure their workforce is trustworthy, compliant, and aligned with regulatory standards. This is where extensive background checks play a crucial role.
VERISafe by Verity Intelligence provides Malaysian and Singaporean businesses with the tools they need to perform deep, multi-layered candidate checks. It offers a secure, end-to-end screening platform that helps reduce hiring risks while staying compliant with data protection and anti-fraud regulations.
What are extensive background checks?
Unlike surface-level screenings, extensive checks dig deeper across a wider range of areas. These typically include:
- Criminal history (local and international)
- Employment verification and job gaps
- Educational background validation
- Financial standing and blacklist screening
- Global sanction and watchlist status
- Identity and document authenticity
- Reference and behavioural analysis
The goal is to provide a 360-degree view of a candidate’s background to ensure they meet both company expectations and industry-specific compliance obligations.
Who needs extensive screening?
Extensive checks are not limited to high-level roles. They’re essential in various scenarios, such as:
- Hiring for financial services and banking roles
- Recruiting for positions of trust (HR, accounts, logistics, IT security)
- Onboarding foreign workers or contractors
- Screening caregivers, educators, and public-facing employees
- Vetting partners, vendors, or franchisees
Breakdown of checks and coverage
| Screening Category | Data Source/Method | Turnaround Time |
| Criminal history | Local police records + global DBs | Instant |
| Employment verification | HR references, EPF records | 24–48 hours |
| Education history | MOE databases, university registries | 24–48 hours |
| Bank Negara blacklist | BNM enforcement & sanction lists | Instant |
| Sanction & watchlist check | UN, OFAC, EU, Interpol | Instant |
| Identity/document check | MyKad, NRIC, passport | Instant |
These checks are consolidated on VERISafe’s dashboard for seamless review and reporting.
Why choose VERISafe?
- Unlimited background checks via flat-rate subscription
- Fully secure and ISO 27001 certified data handling
- PDPA and GDPR compliant processes
- Mobile-accessible screening dashboard
- Customisable report templates for internal or regulatory use
VERISafe is designed for both small HR teams and large corporations, with features that scale alongside your business needs.
Benefits of extensive screening
- Reduces incidents of internal fraud or misconduct
- Ensures compliance with sectoral regulations
- Protects company assets, brand reputation, and stakeholders
- Provides documented evidence of hiring due diligence
- Helps retain better employees through quality hires
In today’s competitive job landscape, being thorough during the hiring process pays off in the long run.
Final note
Extensive background checks are not just about filtering out bad actors—they’re about empowering employers to make confident, data-backed decisions. By using VERISafe, you gain peace of mind, operational efficiency, and long-term workforce reliability.
To upgrade your screening process, visit VERISafe and discover how extensive background checks can help you hire better and safer.
