County Safeguarding Through Sport Group
The Safeguarding Through Sport Group is recognised as a sub group of the Local Safeguarding Childrens Board (LSCB).
The Safeguarding Through Sport Group will:
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Support the implementation of the NSPCC CPSU’s action plan (2005-2010) including the countywide implementation of national Safeguarding standards
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Develop links with sporting and none sporting organisations to ensure an efficient, effective approach to Safeguarding Children and Young People through Sport.
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To develop, advocate and promote policies and procedures for safeguarding children and young people through sport including: recruitment of staff / volunteers, CRB and risk assessment, reporting incidents / concerns, eliminating incidents
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To share, advocate and promote examples of good practice
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Coordinate, provide and promote training and education opportunities for activity providers / staff
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Act as an advisory group for issues relating to safeguarding through sport
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Raise the profile of Safeguarding at all levels