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What is safeguarding in the context of sport, exercise, health, and leisure?

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Ensuring the safety of all participants while in your care.

Includes protecting from maltreatment, preventing impairment of health/development, and providing safe and effective care.

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Who is considered a vulnerable adult?

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A person 18+ who needs community care services due to a mental or physical disability, age, or illness, and is unable to protect themselves from significant harm.

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How can staff protect themselves from allegations of abuse?

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Ensure appropriate staffing ratios.

Avoid one-on-one situations with children or vulnerable adults.

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What are the key safeguarding requirements for organisations?

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  1. Adherence to legislation like the Children Act (1989, 2004) and Mental Capacity Act (2005).
  2. Designated safeguarding leads.
  3. Clear safeguarding policies shared with staff.
  4. Effective recruitment, including DBS checks.
  5. Staff training and support.
  6. Clear lines of accountability.
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What should a safeguarding policy include?

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  1. A commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults.
  2. Actions to keep them safe and respond to concerns.
  3. Supporting procedures accompanying the policy.
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What are the four types of abuse?

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  1. Physical Abuse
  2. Emotional Abuse
  3. Neglect
  4. Sexual Abuse
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Give examples and signs of physical abuse.

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Examples: Hitting, throwing, overtraining, deliberate drowning.

Signs: Recurrent injuries, refusal to undress for exercise.

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Give examples and signs of emotional abuse.

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Examples: Bullying, pressure to perform, name-calling.

Signs: Introversion, speech impediments, aggression.

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What is neglect, and what are its signs?

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Definition: Failure to meet a child’s basic needs.

Examples: Unsafe equipment, lack of supervision, withholding medication.
Signs: Lack of energy, poor hygiene, health problems.

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What are examples and signs of sexual abuse?

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Examples: Forcing participation in sexual activities, inappropriate behavior.

Signs: Mood swings, inappropriate sexual behavior, pregnancy, self-harm.

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What steps should you take when dealing with suspected abuse?

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  1. Follow safeguarding procedures.
  2. Talk to the child or vulnerable adult.
  3. Report to appropriate authorities (e.g., social services).
  4. Record and store details securely.
  5. Continue to provide a safe environment.
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Name four organisations involved in safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

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  1. Child Protection in Sport Unit.
  2. NSPCC.
  3. Social Services.
  4. National Governing Bodies (NGBs) of sports.
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What is the role of the Child Protection in Sport Unit?

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  1. Minimize risks to young people.
  2. Provide expert safeguarding advice.
  3. Offer sport-specific training and resources.
  4. Help organizations lead in keeping children safe.
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What should a manager do if unauthorized pictures are taken in a leisure center?

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  1. Investigate the incident.
  2. Report it to the authorities if necessary.
  3. Enforce policies against unauthorized photography.
  4. Provide reassurance to participants and their families.
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What are some ways to ensure effective recruitment and selection of staff for safeguarding?

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  1. Check previous employment and qualifications.
  2. Ensure the applicant has a national insurance number.
  3. Conduct DBS checks.
  4. Confirm the applicant is suitable for the role.
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What are the four steps of the reporting process for suspected safeguarding issues?

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  1. Report concerns to the designated safeguarding lead or appropriate personnel.
  2. Record details accurately and securely.
  3. Avoid contacting the alleged abuser.
  4. Continue providing a safe environment for the child or vulnerable adult.
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What is the purpose of the NSPCC in safeguarding?

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Provide expert advice and resources for safeguarding.

Help identify signs of abuse.
Offer training and support to individuals and organizations.

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What are the benefits of staff training for safeguarding?

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  1. Ensures staff know policies and procedures.
  2. Helps identify signs of abuse.
  3. Protects staff from false allegations.
  4. Promotes a safe and supportive environment.
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How can social services contribute to safeguarding?

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  1. Safeguard children and support families.
  2. Provide social workers to address concerns.
  3. Act as a point of contact for child protection issues.
  4. Collaborate with police to ensure safety.

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