How do I make a referral to DBS?
Details. If you need help to refer someone you can contact DBS on 03000 200 190. We recommend submitting referrals via our secure online referral form, which includes on-screen help, so you can make your referral quickly and securely.
What is discretionary barring?
Discretionary barring stage two: information gathering and assessment to establish relevant conduct or risk of harm. The type of information we would expect to see in support of a referral from an employer or other referring organisations includes: minutes of disciplinary hearings. witness statements.
What is the harm test?
What is the harm test? A person satisfies the harm test if they may harm a child or vulnerable adult or put them at risk of harm. It is something a person may do to cause harm or pose a risk of harm to a child or vulnerable adult.
How long does a DBS referral take?
eight weeks
The person has eight weeks to provide written representation to the DBS. They may be assisted in their representation by, for example, a friend, relative, advisor, trade union representative or solicitor (Article 6 Human Rights Act). (Take advice before submitting information on the referral form.
How long do you stay on the DBS barred list?
How Long Does Someone Stay on a Barred List? Individuals are not placed on barred lists without good reason, and the DBS themselves make the final call on whether someone should be added to one or both lists. When a name is added, it’s safe to say that person will remain listed for life.
Are you notified if you are on the barred list?
Notification of barring. When the DBS are advised of a relevant conviction, caution or other information indicating that you may pose some risk of harm to vulnerable groups including children, it will formally notify you of this in writing.
What happens if I am referred to DBS?
This letter means that you will not be prevented from engaging in regulated activity and will not be included in the barred lists. Note, other bodies including some professional bodies may place other restrictions on you and our decision does not overrule these.
What Offences are on the DBS barred list?
Barred List Offences
- Rape.
- Murder.
- Sexual Assault.
- Ill-treatment of patients.
- Cruelty to persons under 16.
- Sexual intercourse with someone under 16.
- Possession or distribution of indecent images of children.
- Causing a child/vulnerable adult to die, or suffer serious physical harm.
Can I complete a DBS form online?
A DBS online application is faster, simpler and more convenient than dealing with a paper DBS application form. You can apply for online DBS checks at all three disclosure levels depending on your needs.
Can I apply for a DBS myself?
Yes, you can apply for a DBS check as an individual. You do not need to be part of a company or organisation. Individuals cannot apply for an Enhanced DBS check or Standard DBS check however, because this can only be requested by eligible organisations or companies.
What happens when you are referred to DBS?
A referral is information about an individual that has been provided to DBS. The referral tells us of concerns that the individual may have harmed a child or adult, or put a child or adult at risk of harm.
How far back does a DBS check go?
A DBS check has no official expiry date. Any information included will be accurate at the time the check was carried out. It’s up to you to decide when a new check is needed.
What happens after a DBS referral?
Once we have received the necessary information, your case will be allocated to a decision maker who will then determine if inclusion on one or both barred lists may be appropriate.
What Offences put you on the barred list?
What is classed as a relevant Offence?
‘Relevant offence’ refers to the offences listed in the Act that could, on conviction, rule out the grant or renewal of a personal licence to the applicant concerned. The offences include: • those involving serious crime. • those involving serious dishonesty. • those involving controlled drugs.
What is a DBS barring referral form?
DBS barring referral form to be used when referring a person to DBS. Guidance and additional information sheet included. This file may not be suitable for users of assistive technology.
How do I refer a customer to DBS?
The referral form and all relevant documents should be returned to the address shown on the form. If you have any problems completing the referral form or any queries, please call the DBS referral helpline on 03000 200 190. You may wish to provide additional information to support a referral.
Can I use this guidance document to complete the DBS form?
This guidance document should only be used to complete the DBS paper referral form. It doesn’t support completion of the online DBS referral form, which has its own onscreen guidance.
What is the DBS data retention policy for referral forms?
any information they have supplied within the referral form or additional to it will be used by the DBS for official purposes and may be retained under its Data Retention Policy