Personnel Checks Compliance Standards

Personnel Checks are dedicated to providing a service that is compliant, secure and above all safe for our customers and their data. On this page, you’ll find our memberships and accreditations relating to our business compliance. If you would like more information about anything on this page, please get in touch here.

ISO27001

ISO/IEC 27001:2013 is the ultimate best practice standard for managing information security. This certification involves the development and implementation of a rigorous security program and Information Security Management System (ISMS). ISO27001 certification demonstrates Personnel Checks’ ongoing commitment to protecting the information they process.

Cyber Essentials

Cyber Essentials is a government-backed certification that provides a structure for how organisations can defend themselves from common types of cyber attacks. The framework enables businesses to have a holistic understanding of their cyber security and how to anticipate and protect from internet-based threats.

Penetration Testing Certification (PENTEST LTd)

Penetration testing is a core tool for analysing the security of IT systems. Personnel Checks have undergone extensive penetration testing with CREST member Pentest Ltd. Security is a fundamental aspect for any customer accessing our systems. Penetration testing assures us that our systems are optimised and we’re doing everything we can to keep our customers and their data secure.

More information can be made available to customers on request.

Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA)

The PBSA is an international trade body seeking to establish and improve practices within the screening industry and criminal records system. Personnel Checks are members of the Criminal Records Trade Body, with Managing Director, Jack Mellor, being the sitting Vice Chair. The CRTB is a committee within the Europe Council of the PBSA.