Garda Vetting checks are required for any adult working with or responsible for children or vulnerable adults in Equestrian Sports. Garda Vetting checks are carried out by Horse Sport Ireland on behalf of all Equestrian Sporting Bodies in Ireland through the National Vetting Bureau (NVB). The NVB provides the only official vetting service in the Republic of Ireland.   Garda Vetting application are now processed online through the National Vetting Bureau eVetting System. However, there is still a paper form requiring ID validation and consent – so please check the processes carefully by viewing our eVetting 6 Step process:       ** Important Points to note before you apply for Garda Vetting ** Occasional Work – There are certain persons within Equestrian Sports who may be exempt from Garda Vetting under the National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016. Certain roles may have exemption under the … Continue reading Garda Vetting