by Jonathan Bazely | 13 February 2018 | FAQs, Getting Started
An individual can request a Basic Disclosure on themselves for any purpose. The Disclosure will contain information on unspent convictions. Standard and Enhanced Disclosures can only be requested by an individual or organisation that is eligible to ask an...
by Jonathan Bazely | 2 February 2018 | FAQs, Miscellaneous Questions
With the changes to Legislation that were introduced in June 2013, resulting in the issue of a single DBS Disclosure Certificate to the applicant only, it is more important than ever to establish that a DBS/CRB Certificate is original and genuine. Under the current...
by Jonathan Bazely | 18 October 2016 | During The Checking Process, FAQs
Common queries relating to changes in personal circumstances and criminal record checks. Below are some of the most common queries in relation to changes in personal circumstances and applying for a criminal record or DBS check. These changes may have an influence on...
by Jonathan Bazely | 6 July 2016 | During The Checking Process, FAQs
Where is my DBS Certificate? Waiting for your DBS Certificate to be processed can be a frustrating time. This is especially true when you are required to have a Disclosure before starting work or taking up a volunteering role. The length of time taken by the DBS to...
by Jonathan Bazely | 29 January 2016 | FAQs, Miscellaneous Questions
Below are some general guidelines designed to assist with deciding if an individual has received a caution, reprimand, final warning or a conviction. A majority of cautions, reprimands or warnings will become instantly ‘spent’ under the Rehabilitation of...
by Jonathan Bazely | 18 January 2016 | FAQs, Using a Disclosure
What is a DBS Recipient? A ‘Recipient’ is a term used by Due Diligence Checking Limited (DDC) to describe a specific role. This role is authorised by a client organisation to receive content on a Disclosure. To access DDC systems, a Recipient requires additional...