Responding to reports of non-recent abuse in sport
This guidance advises sports organisations on the types of procedures they should have in place to respond to reports of non-recent abuse in sport.
Parents workshops – best practice example
Use this model for parents workshops from Welsh Gymnastics to set-up regular meetings with parents and develop better relationships.
Recognising and responding to harmful sexual behaviour displayed by young people
This briefing provides an overview of harmful sexual behaviour in children and young people and recommends ways in which to address worrying behaviour.
Case management thresholds
This thresholds guidance should be documented as part of your safeguarding procedures. It will enable all concerns to be dealt with appropriately.
Guidelines on transporting a child or young person in your car
Best practice for adults when transporting children to and from sporting activities.
Example risk assessment for people under investigation or with DBS content
An example of a safeguarding risk assessment procedure from Basketball England.
Responding to information about possible risks to children
Guidance to help sports clubs and organisations risk assess any safeguarding concerns around the membership of people with criminal records. This briefing paper highlights what needs to be done to ensure decisions made are fair and safe.
Pool lifeguards and DBS eligibility
This briefing outlines a consistent approach to decisions about the eligibility of pool lifeguards for Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.
Addressing suicidal thoughts and feelings
This briefing provides guidance on how sports organisations can address suicidal thoughts and feelings and provides links to specialist support services.
Safeguarding and inclusion of deaf and disabled children and young people
Deaf and disabled children are particularly vulnerable to abuse. This briefing provides guidance on how to recognise and respond to concerns about the welfare of a child.