With our network of global partners and integrations with hiring platforms, Certn offers faster basic, standard, and enhanced criminal record checks from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Disclosure Scotland (DS), and AccessNI so you can make more informed decisions.

The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is a UK government agency responsible for processing and providing criminal record checks and other background checks for individuals working with vulnerable groups, such as children and adults at risk. The DBS was formed in 2012 through the merger of the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA).

Disclosure Scotland is an executive agency of the Scottish Government responsible for carrying out criminal record checks and providing disclosure information for individuals in Scotland. Similar to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) in the rest of the UK, Disclosure Scotland helps employers and organizations make informed decisions about the suitability of individuals for roles that involve contact with vulnerable groups.

AccessNI is the criminal record disclosure service for Northern Ireland. Similar to the DBS in England and Wales and Disclosure Scotland in Scotland, AccessNI is responsible for providing criminal record checks and background information for individuals in Northern Ireland.

The availability and disclosure of criminal records varies by jurisdiction. Some jurisdictions have restrictions on the types of convictions that can be reported after a certain period or based on the severity of the offence.

To send a criminal record check to an applicant, all you need is a name and email. The applicant will need to provide their name, date of birth, and sometimes fingerprints.

Our technology and partnerships enable us to provide accurate reports with shorter turnaround times. Plus, with Certn, domestic and international checks are on one platform.

1. Select and send the checks you want to run from the global product list.
2. Your candidate receives a secure, encrypted link via email asking them to complete the background check online.
3. The consolidated results are available in your dashboard or ATS.
   

The Adult’s and Child’s barred lists contains details of people who are barred from applying for, or working in, a Regulated Activity in relation to adults and/or children in England and Wales. The bar is imposed under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006.

A Barred List Check is an instant check that can be used to confirm a person’s appointment in a Regulated Activity by ensuring they’re not prohibited from working with children and adults. It can also be carried out whilst waiting for the Enhanced Criminal Record Check/Enhanced DBS to be completed. Learn more at DBS barring referral guidance – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).