Safeguarding
As a lifesaving charity, we believe in prioritising the safety and welfare of our people. Our safeguarding policy outlines our commitment to protecting and supporting young people and adults at risk so they can live free from harm, abuse and neglect.
Safeguarding resources
- Safeguarding Policy - PDF 358KB
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults guidance - PDF 153KB
- Safeguarding under 18s guidance - PDF 132KB
- Safeguarding reporting guidance - PDF 90KB
- DBS roll out for England & Wales FAQ - PDF 128KB
Safeguarding resources for volunteer managers
- Consent Form for Under 18s - PDF 52KB
- Safeguarding Against Anti-Social Behaviour for Volunteers – UK - PDF 1MB
- Safeguarding Against Anti-Social Behaviour Public Facing Poster – UK - PDF 5MB
- DBS Guidelines for Vulnerable Groups including Children (England, Wales and Northern Ireland) - PDF 100KB
- DBS Requirement Check – Risk Assessment - DOCX 60KB
- Basic Disclosure Certificate - PDF 74KB
- Managing Young Volunteers Guidelines - PDF 65KB
- Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) Guidance (Scotland) - PDF 216KB
- Protecting Vulnerable Groups - don't break the law (Scotland) - PDF 128KB
- Disclosure Scotland Additional Info - PDF 94KB