The first step in conducting a background investigation is to A) Provide certification to the reporting agency

B) Obtain permission from the employee

C) Provide copies of the background reports to the employee

D) Give notice to the employee if a problem is found during the investigation

B) Obtain permission from the employee.

Explanation:

When business organizations or companies require the employment of new employees (staffs or workers), they usually use series of recruitment procedures and processes. This is to ensure that, the employee to be employed by the company is fit, eligible and qualified for the position.

In conducting a recruitment, employers seek to acquire sets of information about the employee based on factors such as mental health, criminal history, financial debt, education, medical health, employment history, temperament, references, emotional psych, license etc

However, the first step in conducting a background investigation is to obtain permission from the employee by ensuring or requesting that he or she fill out an employment application form for the job position (vacancy) advertised. Also, when conducting a background investigation on an applicant or employee, it is important that the informations gathered are kept confidential and in accordance with state laws.

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