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Security & CCTV pre-employment checks matter now more than ever.

Security & CCTV background checks
Security screening or security vetting refers to a combination of different background checks that are used to meet industry or government requirements or to determine whether a potential employee has the necessary background for the position they are applying for.

Anyone can request screening, including your governing body, government, employer, boss, client, bank, insurance company, and even your landlord. All of them would have the same goal in mind: to gather information that will aid them in determining whether or not you are suitable for employment, access to classified information, a loan, or any other relevant information.

The government and other regulatory organisations have created security screening standards to ensure that quality and standards are maintained. Security screening standards are a combination of diverse background checks tailored to the specific purpose. The most common security screening requirements are shown here, along with when they may be required.

Please see our services below for more information on the kind of checks covered in each standard.

  • HMG Baseline Personnel Security Screening (BPSS): This guideline applies to anybody who has access to government assets as part of their job. This is the initial step of security screening for government contracts, to put it simply. When access to SECRET government assets is required, more complex government screening criteria such as Security Clearance (CS) or Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) are often required.
  • BAA Airside Pass Security Screening: The completion of the Airside Pass security screening is one of the conditions for obtaining the pass. Contractors who need access to airport Restricted Zones (RZ) in the course of their work would need an Airside Pass, so you're almost correct.
  • BS7858 Security Screening: This standard is most commonly associated with the security industry, which encompasses the protection of people, property, goods, and data. Security guards, alarm and CCTV system installers, data center personnel, and cyber security engineers are all examples of these jobs. Many organizations recognize this standard, and it is required for accreditations such as SIA, SSAIB, NSI, and NACOSS, to mention a few.


So, now that you've learned about background checks and the most prevalent security screening standards, you're probably wondering which screening is right for your company. To find out whether security screening is suitable for you, please contact us
 

These are some of the Pre-employment or due diligence checks that organisations may want to consider running in Security & CCTV sector

  • Emergency Contact Details

    Since accidents happen in the workplace, it’s important for employers to know who to contact in case of an emergency. 

    We created a form to allow candidates to list of readily available contact information for those in their life  who should be contacted in the event of an emergency.

    e.g next of kin, family members, relations  or friends

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  • Name Verification
    Name verification is the process of confirming an individual's identity through their name. Given that names can change due to various reasons such as marriage, divorce, or personal choice, it is essential to verify the current and previous names of a candidate accurately
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  • Contract of Employment
    Streamline employment with RiskReduct's Contract of Employment generator. Customize legally compliant templates with role-specific details, compensation, and benefits. Integrated background checks ensure candidate suitability. Safeguard your business with confidentiality clauses and jurisdiction-specific compliance. RiskReduct simplifies hiring, saving time and reducing legal risks for your organization.
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  • Passport Check
    We help verify and validate the details of a candidate’s passport document. We match the Machine-Readable Zone (MRZ code) with their supplied credentials using a cloud-based algorithm that verifies passport and other identity documents.
    This process ensures that your organisation complies with the Right to Work legislation and demonstrates that a passport is also genuine.

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  • Mandatory Documents
    In the modern workforce, the hiring process goes beyond just evaluating CVs and conducting interviews. Employers must ensure that all potential employees meet the necessary legal and regulatory requirements before they are hired. One critical aspect of this process is the collection and verification of mandatory documents. As a background check company, we recognise the significance of these documents and their role in building a trustworthy and compliant workforce.
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  • AML Check
    An Anti-Money Laundering check is a process organisation needs to undertake to thwart Money Laundering activities.
    An AML check should include Know Your Customer (KYC) and identity check procedures so you can prove you know who you are dealing with
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  • Document Upload Check
    A Document Upload Check involves verifying the authenticity of documents submitted by candidates during the hiring process. These documents can include identification, academic certificates, professional licenses, proof of address, and employment records. Verifying these documents and their associates dates ensures the are genuine and accurately represent the candidate’s qualifications and history.
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  • Right to Work Check
    A Right to Work Check is a verification process that confirms whether a prospective employee is legally entitled to work in the country. This check involves reviewing documents such as passports, visas, work permits, and residency permits to ensure they are valid and meet the legal requirements. Employers must conduct these checks before hiring to comply with immigration laws and avoid significant penalties.
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  • Address Verification Check

    The current address is checked against the available records held by the UK’s credit reference agencies and government bodies. The check includes data sources like the electoral register, company house, county courts and other government-approved data sources.

    The address check allows us to verify that a candidate is who they say they are and resides at the address they declared through data held against their personal details like name, age etc.

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  • Declaration
    The declaration enables the candidate to specify whether they can complete certain background checks. For instance, we may inquire if they possess a professional qualification. If the response is "No," the professional qualification section will be disabled. Additionally, the system will ask for the reason why this information is unavailable, and this explanation will be forwarded to the end client or employer.
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  • Insurance Verification
    We will check on the candidate's vehicle, and establish whether it has the appropriate insurance document as stipulated by the employer.
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  • Financial Integrity (Credit) Check
    We perform a detailed credit search on each candidate to make sure nothing is left to chance. Our credit reports search nationwide through the major credit reference agencies to disclose any discrepancies or areas that deserve closer inspection.
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