Are cleaners security vetted?

Are cleaners security vetted as part of cleaning services? Is this a legal requirement?

Asked by Bill on 30th Nov 2021
Expert Trade Answers
"Some cleaners are, big companies usually run a DBS check but not all cleaners are. It’s not the law."
Answered on 6th Jan 2022 - Member since Nov 2021 - report
"All our staff are DBS checked (vetted)
This is not a legal requirement but most companies would undertake checks to safeguard clients & themselves."
Answered on 18th Feb 2022 - Member since Feb 2020 - report
"Hi,
Most are just need to check their certificate before they start."
Answered on 30th Nov 2021 - Member since Aug 2016 - report
"Hi mate, it is not a legal requirement unless the client, site or contracts require it.
Regards"
Answered on 30th Nov 2021 - Member since Sep 2019 - report
"Most cleaners/companies will be vetted and have an Enhanced disclosure or DBS certificate. This confirms a clean police record check."
Answered on 23rd Jan 2022 - Member since Oct 2021 - report
"Yes cleaners are vetted but is not a legal requirement."
Answered on 13th Dec 2021 - Member since Nov 2021 - report
"No not legal but if you get cleaner get one you can trust to be reliable for you"
Answered on 10th Apr 2022 - Member since Feb 2022 - report
"Yes of course it's legal and safe for the community."
Answered on 3rd Dec 2021 - Member since Nov 2021 - report
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