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Please note – the explanatory information provided on this page, including documents to explain and inform, are specifically targeted towards helping employers make informed decisions, considering the range of benefits a DBS basic check might provide to them.

This particularly applies to those in employment sectors that are unlikely to employ people in Regulated Activity and where obtaining a DBS basic check is not already part of a mandatory recruitment and/or employee vetting process. It does not apply to:

• Employers that already obtain Standard or Enhanced DBS checks. Our eligibility checker will provide you with guidance on the appropriate level of DBS check for your employees.

• Members of the public, including employees, can read our guidance on Basic DBS checks for more information about the process and how to apply.

The documents included on this page – which have been developed in consultation and partnership with the Criminal Records Trade Bureau (CRTB) – set out some of the benefits for employers in obtaining a DBS basic check for their employees.

This document highlights how a DBS basic check can support a best practice approach to safer recruitment.