LO2.2 Safeguarding Flashcards
Definition of “safeguarding”
measures taken to protect people’s health, wellbeing and rights, enabling them to be kept safe from harm, abuse and neglect.
What are some reasons why individuals might be more at risk of abuse?
They have a learning disability
They have a physical disability
They have a sensory impairment
They lack mental capacity - such as having dementia
They are children in care
Reasons why someone might not report abuse
Not wanting to
Not being able to
Don’t want to upset carers
Don’t understand their rights
Don’t realise they are being abused
Might not know who is abusing them
Might not have anyone to talk to
What does safeguarding children involve (4 points)
Protecting children from maltreatment
Preventing impairment of children’s health and development
Ensuring children grow up in a stable home
Taking action to enable all children to have the best outcomes
What do DBS checks ensure?
That individuals are safe to work or volunteer with vulnerable adults and children.
What is included in a standard DBS checks?
Checks for criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings
What is included in an enhanced DBS check?
An additional check of any information held by police that is relevant to the role applied to
What is included in an enhanced with checks DBS check?
Checks barred list
