Getting started with DBS checks

This NCVO guide provides a comprehensive overview of DBS checks for civil society organisations, covering the full process from identifying risks in role design through to handling results. It addresses how to decide which type of check is appropriate for different roles, how and when to ask about criminal history, how to request and process checks, and what to do if someone has a criminal record. Additional sections cover specific scenarios including checks for trustees and for people working overseas, as well as data protection obligations once checks have been carried out.