Further guidance.
ECB has made the decision in line with government guidelines and the lifting of restrictions, to offer the opportunity to return to face to face verifications and will provide access back to all our network of verifiers. In doing so we have created guidance to support this process.
This has been produced in line with the Government’s road map out of lockdown which sees the easing of lockdown restrictions on gatherings, public spaces, and outdoor activities and the return of recreational sport. This means that from the 12th April 2021, face-to-face ID document verification can now take place, in an outdoor setting, as long as the verifier and those requiring their ID to be verified observe all Government guidelines.
It is a verifier’s choice whether they feel comfortable to carry out face to-face ID checks currently. They should not feel pressure to do so by anyone. We are aware that many individuals may still be shielding and feel that it is not the appropriate time for them to return to face to face verifications.
If a Club Safeguarding Officer does not feel that they can carry out the face to face verification, then they should contact their County Cricket Board/First Class County who will be able to assist in completing the necessary checks. Video ID verifications must NOT be undertaken by Club Safeguarding Officers.
Please remember new volunteers must not start working unsupervised with children until their DBS check is confirmed by the ECB.
Please use the following link to access the full guidance notes before you arrange any ID check meetings.
https://www.ecb.co.uk/safeguarding/dbs-checks-ecb-vetting
If you require any further support regarding initiating and/or verifying DBS applications, please contact dbs@ecb.co.uk.