Frequently Asked Questions on Garda Vetting

 

Q. Do all my staff need Garda clearance?
Yes. To ensure compliance wit the Health Act 2007 (Care and Welfare) Regulations 2009 and National Quality Standards for Residential Care Settings for Older People in Ireland (the Standards), the registered provider must not employ a person to become a member of staff until they have undergone Garda vetting and clearance.

Q. Does evidence of Garda clearance have to be maintained on site?
Evidence of Garda clearance must be kept on site or easily obtainable if stored offsite. The SSI requires evidence that Garda vetting has been undertaken for all staff in the centre. The SSI may request these records to ensure that staff have been recruited in accordance with best human resource management practices.

Q. Do I have to obtain Garda clearance for existing employees?
Yes. In order to be in compliance with the Health Act 2007 (Care and Welfare) Regulations 2009 and National Quality Standards for Residential Care Settings for Older People in Ireland (the Standards), the registered provider must not employ a person to become a member of staff until they have obtained Garda vetting.

Q. So all my staff have to have Garda clearance?
Yes. All staff have to be vetted, however long they have been employed, irrespective of nationality. The nursing home will have to give evidence that they have Garda clearance for all employees.

Q. Who does the Garda vetting, the SSI or the registered provider?
The Social Services Inspectorate will only administer Garda vetting for the person applying to be the registered provider, the person in charge, and key senior management personnel. The registered provider arranges Garda vetting of their own staff.

Q. Will temporary staff or part-time staff need Garda clearance?
The registered provider must ensure staff employed on a temporary basis/part-time basis have Garda clearance and references.

source: Taken from the HIQA website - FAQ's

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