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Criminal Record Checks (DBS)
Completion requirements
Module 6 – Criminal Record Checks (DBS)
Criminal record checks are carried out through DBS. Not all convictions mean rejection, but you must consider each carefully.
Types of DBS checks:
- Basic
- Standard
- Enhanced
You must consider:
- Nature of the offence
- How long ago it happened
- Relevance to the role
- Pattern of behaviour
You must follow fair decision-making and avoid discrimination in all cases.
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