DBS checks in sport – your questions answered
Episode 5, Dec 05, 2019, 11:59 AM
DBS checks are an important part of safeguarding in sport, especially for sports clubs and organisations who train young athletes. Join us for Part Two of our dive into the basics of DBS checks
Join us for Part Two of our dive into the basics of DBS checks (if you missed Part One, take a listen here).
We asked our sport audience to send in questions about DBS checks to Linda and Helen, in this episode we find out:
We asked our sport audience to send in questions about DBS checks to Linda and Helen, in this episode we find out:
- what levels of check are required?
- do sport parents need to be DBS checked?
- what is a referral?
- how and when should sports refer?
- how long does the DBS keep information?
Understanding the need for DBS checks is just part of safeguarding in sport, subscribe to our Podcast for the latest developments, information and guidance!
Featuring:
Mel Addams and Lian Gaten – CPSU Information Officers
Linda and Helen – Disclosure and Barring Service
For more information on the DBS and checks, visit the DBS website.
Resources
Featuring:
Mel Addams and Lian Gaten – CPSU Information Officers
Linda and Helen – Disclosure and Barring Service
For more information on the DBS and checks, visit the DBS website.
Resources
- Take a look at our dedicated area to "Safer Recruitment"
- The DBS and referral processes in sport - a CPSU webinar taking you through the referral process in sport and explain what kind of concerns or allegations might trigger a referral to DBS
- DBS checks in sport guidance leaflets - created by the DBS, these leaflets have been designed to help sport organisations understand the types of DBS checks that need to be taking place
- Sample DBS risk assessment for people under investigation by the DBS - created by Basketball England, this sets out what to do if a member of your team or club is under investigation
Make sure you visit the CPSU website for the latest information and guidance about safeguarding in sport.
Transcript
Take a look at the CPSU website for a transcript of this podcast and links to further information on this topic.