PVG - Recruitment and Duty to Refer Training
Created: 17/08/2026
News/Events Category: Training and Learning
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When: Thursday 29 October 2026, 2.00 - 4.00
Where: Online
This event is being organised by Volunteer Scotland Disclosure Services
Places for this event are arranged by the organiser – see the contact details below.

This course combines with the online courses Signatory Training and PVG Regulated Work to provide a complete package of training on the PVG legislation and its operation for signatories.
It is also designed as a stand-alone course for people who hold responsibility within organisations for:
- dealing with instances of harm to children and / or protected adults OR;
- the final stages of discipline OR;
- governance.
Topics covered:
- Engaging staff/volunteers safely
- What do staff/volunteers need to know
- understanding 'harm' and 'risk of harm' in relation to the PVG Scheme;
- referrals, listing and barring – people who are excluded from the Scheme;
- the legal obligations you are under for Duty to Refer under the PVG Scheme.
- Resources available
Click here to book your place.
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Places for this event are arranged by the organiser – see the contact details below.
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