VETTED
BS 7858
SCREENING & Vetting.
"Compliant employee screening for UK security companies helps you meet BS 7858 requirements, reduce hiring risk, and stay audit-ready for contracts, ACS, and client checks."
VETTING PROTOCOL.
BS 7858 sets the recognised UK standard for screening individuals working in secure environments. The vetting process ensures personnel are trustworthy, verified, and suitable for security-sensitive roles.
5-Year Employment History
Verify employment, education, and gaps for a reliable background check.
Identity Verification
Validation of ID documents, address history, and official ID to confirm true identity.
Financial Background Checks
Conduct credit, bankruptcy, and CCJ checks for sensitive positions.
Criminal Record Screening
DBS or Basic Disclosure checks comply with UK security industry requirements.
Reference Verification
Independent references from previous employers to confirm employment history and professional conduct.
Right to Work Compliance
Verification of employee work authorisation in the UK per Home Office regulations
Benefits of
BS7858 Screening and Vetting
Gives assurance that every member of staff has undergone thorough and reliable background screening.
Reduces the dangers of internal fraud, misconduct, and security breaches.
Ensures your hiring practices meet SIA requirements and recognised industry standards.
BS7858 Screening
& Vetting Framework.
BS7858 Screening and Vetting Covers:
BS7858 is a recognised standard applied across industries such as security services, finance, and government, where trustworthiness and integrity of staff are essential.
Procedure for BS7858 Screening and Vetting:
Ensuring dependable & trustworthy personnel selection
THE VETTING GAP.
Not all background checks provide the same level of security. Basic screening only verifies limited information, while BS 7858 vettingprovides a thorough background check for those in security-sensitive roles.
Standard Checks
- ● Basic identity verification
- ● Current address confirmation
- ● Basic criminal record disclosure
BS 7858 Gold Standard
- ● Full 5-year employment and education history check
- ● Verification of gaps over 31 days
- ● CCJ and financial integrity checks
- ● Professional character references
SCREENING PHASES.
BS 7858 vetting follows a structured process to verify the identity, background, and integrity of individuals working in security-sensitive roles.
Vetting Application
Collection of identity documents, address history, and employment records in line with BS 7858 requirements.
Background Review
Assessment of employment history, education, and investigation of unexplained gaps over 31 days.
Verification Checks
Reference checks, criminal record screening, and financial integrity verification were required.
Vetting Report
A complete screening record prepared to demonstrate compliance during SIA or client audits
SCREENING FAQS.
Q: Who needs BS 7858 screening?
BS 7858 is widely used for staff working in security-sensitive roles, especially in private security, key holding, CCTV operations, and any role requiring access to sites, assets, or confidential information.
Q: What if there is a gap in employment?
BS 7858 requires any unverified gap over 31 days to be supported with acceptable evidence, such as references, documents, or other verification records.
Q: How long does BS 7858 vetting take?
Timeframes vary by case, but most screening is completed within 7–21 working days, depending on how quickly references and supporting documents are provided.
GET YOUR STAFF
BS 7858 COMPLIANT.
Ensure your workforce meets the BS 7858 screening standard with professional vetting and compliant documentation for security-sensitive roles.