CRBs & Safeguarding
What are CRB Checks
A CRB check is a report from the police which details any and all entries the police have on their system for you.
Why do I need a CRB check? I'm not a criminal!
Don't panic! This is just a formality for most people and is purely a precautionary measure to ensure children and young people are safe on their activities. The search is for RELEVANT records, so, for instance, there is no need to worry if you want to work with children but have a speeding ticket!
How Do I Complete a CRB Check
Completing a CRB Check is simple, please telephone Momentum on 01603 263209 and we'll guide you through this simple process.
How much does a CRB check cost?
Momentum applies a service fee of £7.50 for our member organisations and £12.00 for non members, for each application submitted.
In addition there is a fee of £26.00 for Standard Checks and £44.00 for Enhanced checks. These are for paid staff, there is no additional fee for volunteers. Please note that Standard Checks for those working with children and young people are no longer available.
Am I entitled to a free of charge CRB check?
You are entitled to a free of charge CRB check (service fee is applicable in all cases) if you can meet the following Volunteer Criteria:
The Police Act 1997 (Criminal Records) Regulations 2002 defines a volunteer as:
"volunteer" means a person engaged in an activity which involves spending time, unpaid (except for travel and other approved out-of-pocket expenses), doing something which aims to benefit some third party other than or in addition to a close relative.
If the applicant meets this criteria then they are entitled to a free of charge check and we will only invoice the service fee.
If you have any queries or would like further clarification please call Momentum on 01603 263209 or email info@momentumnorfolk.org.uk.
Vetting and Barring Scheme
There appears to have been some misunderstanding regarding the Independent Safeguarding Authority and the requirement for criminal records checks.
The position is that, in February, the Government published two reviews which make proposals that, if implemented, will mean some significant changes to the vetting and barring system for staff and volunteers. However, the proposals require new legislation, and, until that comes in to force, it is very important that current practices regarding the requirements for Criminal Records Bureau checks and the Independent Safeguarding Authority are maintained.
