WMCA DBS Service Application

Agreement between West Mildlands Care Association (WMCA) and the Organisation named below

WMCA is registered with the Disclosure and Barring Service as an Umbrella Body and the Employer wishes to utilise this service. The Employer should be aware that the DBS Application form is a legal document and fraudulent completion carries a risk of 6 months in Prison

The Employer will examine all the evidence documents to ensure they are not fraudulent and keep a copy in the personnel files
The responsibility for verifying the identity of the applicant remains with the Employer.
The Employer will have a Policy Statement on the Secure Storage, Handling, Use, Retention and Disposal of Disclosure information. With the applicant consent, photocopies of the paper Disclosures should be kept for a maximum of 12 months for inspection by the CQC.
The Employer will comply with the Code of Practice for Registered Persons and other recipients of Disclosure Information.
WMCA reserves the right to withdraw the service if it feels the Employer is not following the agreed conditions.
The Employer shall ensure that all Computers that will be used for applying for electronic disclosures have up to date virus checking software. All passwords must be secure and only used by the named individuals they are allocated to.
By Completing Box 58 on the Paper Application form or ticking the box electronically you accept full responsibility that the evidence seen complies with the latest guidelines produced by the Disclosure and Barring Service

The agreement comes into immediate effect following the signing by both parties. Payment for this service is by Direct Debit only (a direct debit mandate will be sent with your application confirmation).

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