The new guide explains how organisations can use status checks alongside wider safeguarding measures to support informed recruitment and workforce decisions.
Download our rapid read guide and discover :
- How the Update Service fits into safer recruitment and employment practices
- How frequently searches on the update service are carried out
- When and how to conduct a status check
- What to do when there has been a status change
- How to find further support
Also updated the full DBS Update Service guidance on GOV.UK, providing clearer information on status checking, service limitations, and safer recruitment considerations.
To support the new guidance, we are also holding 2 FREE information sessions which can be booked via the below Eventbrite links:
- Tuesday 15th September – 10am-11:30am – Click to register
- Thursday 15th October – 1pm-2pm – Click to register
If you are unable to attend the sessions, we will be holding information sessions as part of the DBS Annual Conference on 6th and 7th October 2026. Information about how to book your FREE place will be sent out in early September
If you are unable to attend the sessions, we will be holding information sessions as part of the DBS Annual Conference on 6th and 7th October 2026. Information about how to book your FREE place was shared

