Can I apply for an Apostille Certificate for my UK criminal record?
April 8, 2019The Apostille is a certificate of authenticity that, once attached to a document, means there is no need for any…How do I carry out credit checks on my employees?
April 1, 2019Do your employees have access to your financial systems, or handle cash and valuables? If so, you might want to…What documents are required for a DBS check?
March 27, 2019As part of a DBS check, the applicant must complete the ID checking stage before the application is forwarded onto…
Integrate your DBS system with APCS
March 18, 2019At APCS we continually develop our system to provide the fastest turnaround times and the most efficient service for ordering…
Where is my DBS check and why is it taking so long?
March 11, 2019Where is my DBS check? APCS are committed to providing the fastest turnaround times for criminal record checks. Despite this,…What are the DBS Application Form Stages?
March 4, 2019Once you have submitted your application form it will go to your employer’s umbrella body for countersigning, subsequently it will…What is the DBS Update Service?
February 25, 2019The Update Service is an online subscription service provided by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). The Update Service automatically…Do I need a Section 128 check?
February 25, 2019What is a Section 182 Check? The Section 128 check came into force in September 2014. It checks the names…
Do parent volunteers need DBS checks?
February 11, 2019If parents volunteer within a school they may be required to complete a criminal record check. It is therefore crucial…
DBS Checks for Recruitment
February 4, 2019Employers are increasingly conducting DBS checks on their staff prior to employment. In some cases, a DBS check is a…
