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BPSS Screening

Fast and simple BPSS-compliant screening service

The Benefits of BPSS Screening

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) is a screening standard for organisations handling sensitive information or assets, particularly those with government contracts. BPSS is widely employed in the energy, communications, technology, and financial sectors. If you’re seeking a robust pre-employment screening solution, BPSS provides a reliable foundation.

Our secure online platform simplifies the BPSS screening process. 

The BPSS Check: Key Elements

To secure BPSS clearance, the following “RICE” criteria must be satisfied:

Right to work: Confirmation of a candidate’s eligibility to work in the UK, including nationality and immigration status.

Identity: Verification of identity through official documentation.

Criminal record: Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for criminal history.

Employment history: Validation of a candidate’s 3-year employment record. 

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The importance of BPSS screening

BPSS screening is important for organisations for several reasons:

Security: BPSS screening helps to ensure that employees, contractors, and vendors do not pose a security risk to the organisation and its assets. This is particularly important for organisations that handle sensitive information or assets, such as government agencies, financial institutions, and healthcare providers. By identifying any potential risks before granting access, organisations can reduce the risk of security breaches and safeguard their reputation.

Compliance: Some industries and government agencies are required by law to carry out BPSS screening as part of their compliance obligations. Failure to comply with these obligations can result in significant fines and damage to reputation. BPSS screening helps organisations to meet their legal obligations and demonstrate compliance with industry standards.

Reputation: Implementing BPSS screening can help organisations to demonstrate their commitment to security and compliance. This can help to build trust with customers, investors, and other stakeholders. In today’s environment, where data breaches and cyber attacks are becoming increasingly common, it is essential for organisations to take steps to protect themselves and their stakeholders. 

BPSS checks from CI Screening

At CI Screening we investigate any period spent overseas that is greater than six months.

Conflict International has extensive global reach and local language capabilities, allowing us to rapidly return accurate international checks.

We use a variety of reliable and trusted sources to gather information for our screening reports, including government databases and industry-specific sources.

Our screening reports are also subject to a rigorous quality control process to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Reputation Management FAQ's

I am a contractor, can Conflict International process a BPSS screening on my behalf?

Yes, we can complete a one-off screening for those in contracted roles who are required to source BPSS screening. please contact us on +44 (0)20 7917 2939 or email us to get started. 

How long does BPSS screening take?

Checks can take up to 14 days to complete due to the timeframes of external agencies forming a necessary component of the screening i.e., criminal record checks, however, most are done a lot faster. Our team work diligently to ensure you have the screening outcome without delay. 

Can a candidate fail BPSS screening?

BPSS is intended as a risk assessment tool to reduce the hiring of unsuitable candidates into positions of trust. As such there are no predetermined pass/fail criteria however applicants must meet right-to-work requirements, please contact us to discuss any specific cases. 

What will show up on a candidate’s criminal record check?

A basic DBS check will show any unspent convictions held on an applicant’s criminal record. 

For how long is a BPSS check valid?

There is no outlined validity period for BPSS screening, as the details contained within the report are a point-in-time reflection of the information verified. Conflict International recommend re-screening candidates every three years to ensure continued compliance with the screening standard. 

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