Can I / should I make a referral to the DBS?
Anyone can make a referral to DBS, however, if you have any safeguarding concerns about an individual, you should notify the police. You can also notify other relevant agencies, such as:
These agencies can consider the allegation, gather evidence, and if required make a referral to DBS.
There are some organisations that have a legal duty to refer, in specific circumstances.
Please refer to the making barring referrals to DBS guidance for more information.
- your Local Authority Safeguarding team
- a person's employer
- the Teaching Regulation Agency
- the Care Quality Commission (CQC)
- or other relevant professional regulatory body
These agencies can consider the allegation, gather evidence, and if required make a referral to DBS.
There are some organisations that have a legal duty to refer, in specific circumstances.
Please refer to the making barring referrals to DBS guidance for more information.