Identity verification is an important part of the DBS process, with the provided identity information used to search for any relevant police records and entries on the DBS barred lists, where appropriate.
This guidance, published by the Disclosure and Barring Service, applies to both applications made for potential new members of staff and to re-checks on existing staff.
There is further information on DBS ID Checking guidelines at: DBS ID checking guidelines - GOV.UK.
