In some states, laws may require dispensaries to conduct a specific background check on their employees. Absent a requirement to conduct a background check, dispensaries should have a comprehensive screening program in place to mitigate the risk of negligent hiring and ensure a safe workplace.
Employment Screening Resources (ESR) helps marijuana dispensaries to identify the types of background checks that are suitable for them based on local and state laws as well as the unique operating environment.
The background screening landscape is fraught with local, state, and federal (FTC/CFPB) laws in addition to the Equal Opportunity Commission (EEOC) considerations.