BS 7858:2019 PDF

This British Standard gives recommendations for the screening of individuals working in a secure environment where the security and/or safety of people, goods and services, data or property is a requirement of the employing organization's operations and/or where such screening is in the public interest.

NOTE 1 "Property" includes intellectual and physical property as well as cash and valuables.

NOTE 2 Some insurers require BS 7858 as a part of the policy conditions and have additional requirements for screening, e.g. a longer screening period. This British Standard applies equally to all individuals in relevant employment, including full-time and part-time employees, sole traders, partnerships, temporary and permanent employees, and to all levels of seniority, including directors. The objective of screening is to obtain sufficient information to enable organizations to make an informed decision on employing an individual in a secure environment.

Cross References:

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

Rehabilitation of Offenders (Scotland) Act 1974

Electronic Communications Act 2000

BS 7799-3

BS EN ISO/IEC 27002

Employment Rights Act 1996

Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006

Private Security Industry Act 2001

BS EN ISO/IEC 27001

Rehabilitation of Offenders (Northern Ireland) Order 1978