Food delivery apps are becoming increasingly popular, as they offer a convenient way for people to get their food. However, some people have raised concerns about the safety of these apps, as there is no guarantee that the drivers who these companies hire are properly screened. This article will look at what background checks food delivery apps conduct on their drivers and whether or not it is enough to ensure passenger safety.
What goes into a background check?
The main purpose of a background check is to detect any prior criminal activity. Because of this, certain things such as arrests and convictions are likely going to be included in the report. This means that if you have ever been arrested for an unrelated crime or even just charged with one, it may come up during your background check and could be used against you when applying for new jobs. Similarly, if you were found guilty of a misdemeanor or felony offense, this too will likely show up during the background check. Other factors such as credit history and driving record can also affect your eligibility for some positions – employers often want employees who demonstrate good financial planning by having decent credit scores and clean driving records.
In addition to this, many companies use a social media background check as part of their hiring process. This involves scanning the target’s profile on social media websites such as Facebook and Twitter, which can give employers an idea of whether or not they would be a good fit for the job.
Doordash
Doordash background checks require that all applicants provide the following:
A valid ID A social security number Proof of residence, U.S. citizenship, or proof of authority to work in the United States
As far as third-party background checks are concerned, Doordash uses Checkr, which claims to have a comprehensive battery of checks. While this does not guarantee that criminal activity will be detected, it should help weed out those who have records involving violent crimes or sex offenses against children. DoorDash also provides its drivers with liability insurance during deliveries.
Uber Eats
Uber Eats drivers are required to undergo a background check that includes the following:
-A criminal record check
-A review of motor vehicle records
-A Social Security trace
-Criminal history verification in select U.S. cities
Like Doordash, Uber uses Checkr for its background checks. However, it does not provide insurance to its delivery drivers like Doordash. It is important to note that Uber’s background check only involves looking for felonies and misdemeanors that occurred within the past seven years. This means that many people who have committed these crimes more than seven years ago will not be detected during this process.
Grubhub/Seamless
Grubhub and Seamless require their applicants to submit to an external background check company called Intelliscreen. The driving record is the only aspect that is considered during this process. This includes all moving violations and accidents and failure to pay fines or appear in court. However, they do not conduct a credit check on their applicants or require any information regarding criminal history. Because of this, there’s no way of knowing how many drivers with criminal records are working for these two companies at any given time.
Conclusion
While there are no guarantees to passenger safety when using any delivery service, it is important to consider the available options and select one you feel will be the safest. When choosing between Doordash vs. Uber Eats, many people weigh each company’s insurance coverage as a factor for this reason. If you use an option such as Grubhub or Seamless instead of either Uber Eats or Doordash, you’ll need to consider how much protection you’re willing to accept. If your driver has a bad credit history and no way of providing proof of insurance coverage, then the chances are that if something goes wrong during transit, both parties will suffer.
