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Quiz #5 DBS Checks

Quiz #5
Understanding DBS Checks
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Test your knowledge on what DBS checks are required and for who
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What does DBS stand for? (Choose 1)
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What is the primary purpose of a DBS check? (Choose 1)
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Which of the following is NOT a type of DBS check? (Choose one)
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What are the potential drawbacks of the current DBS system? (Choose 2)
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Correct, the multiple scenarios and roles can make it confusing to know what level is required.
Correct, many organisations, governing bodies and local councils require you to get a new DBS when you start working or volunteering with them, even if you already have one or are registered for the automatic update service!
This is the reason we have a tiered system so only the right level of information is shared. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act acknowledges that people with previous convictions should not be discriminated against when applying for jobs
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What information is typically included in a "Basic" DBS check? (Choose 1)
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Correct, only unspent convictions are shown on a Basic check
Caught you out, a Basic check only has unspent convictions
Caught you out, a Basic check only has unspent convictions
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What is the difference between an unspent and a spent conviction? (Choose 1)
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Well done, this is a tricky one. A spent conviction has been removed for a criminal record but will still show up on a Standard and Enhanced DBS
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Which of the following roles typically requires an Enhanced DBS check? (Choose 1)
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Correct, only teachers from the list require an enhanced check. Police use a separate system called the Police Recruitment Vetting Procedure. Financial Controllers usually only need a standard check.
No, a financial controller is unlikely to need an enhanced DBS check as a standard check is most common. Police use a separate system called the Police Recruitment Vetting Procedure. Only teachers require an enhanced check.
No, police officers do not need a DBS check because they are vetted through a separate process called the Police Recruitment Vetting Procedure. Financial Controllers usually only need a standard check. Only teachers require and enhanced check.
No, only a teacher requires an enhanced check. Police use a separate system called the Police Recruitment Vetting Procedure. Financial Controllers usually only need a standard check
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The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act prevents individuals with criminal convictions from working with vulnerable groups?
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No, the purpose of this act is to prevent discrimination of individuals with convictions, which in turn helps them find work
Correct, the purpose of this act is to prevent discrimination of individuals with convictions, which in turn helps them find work
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It is essential to balance the need for safeguarding with the rights of individuals with criminal records?
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Well done, this is a sensitive subject. Protecting the vulnerable is always a priority but it needs to be balanced carefully with an individual’s right to work without discrimination.
We understand why we you might think this as this is a sensitive subject. Protecting the vulnerable is always a priority but it needs to be balanced carefully with an individual’s right to work without discrimination.
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A DBS can be ported/shared between organisations?
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This is a bit of a trick question. Whilst legally they can, a lot of organisations, governing bodies and local councils have a policy that they should always get a new one.
This is a bit of a trick question. Whilst legally they can, most organisations, governing bodies and local councils have a policy that they should always get a new one.
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