Getting your pvg
Due to current circumstances, SHU are processing all PVG membership applications electronically. Please follow the steps below. The documents are linked in the text below, or can be found by clicking the buttons at the end. Any questions, email the CPO, currently Lyndsay.
1. Complete the Self-declaration form and return to the CPO. Everybody should do this, whether you are joining the PVG scheme or updating your existing PVG membership.
2. Three forms of identification will be required; these will be checked:
taking photos of originals and emailing them to the CPO (no scanned copies can be accepted).
video call.
meet in person.
One of the pieces of ID must be photographic and the other two should be separate items of address related evidence. Click this link Complete ID Checking Coversheet to see a list of possible types of ID. They can be found on page 2.
3. Lyndsay will complete the online PVG request form on your behalf and submit to SHU.
4. Applicants will receive an email from Disclosure Scotland including the online PVG form. This must be accessed and completed within 7 days of receipt.
5. Disclosure Scotland carry out checks and issue certificate to applicant and the club.
6. Upon receipt of your PVG membership you should email the CPO your PVG member number and date of issue. This information will be stored securely and allows us to know when your membership needs updating, which SHU recommends is every 3 years.