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Reporting concerns

Clear reporting procedures will ensure that any safeguarding concerns are passed on in a timely manner. Case management tool part 2 of 8.

Putting safeguards in place - Responding to and reporting concerns

Responding to and reporting concerns It is not the responsibility of anyone working in a club, activity or organisation to decide whether or not child abuse has taken place.

Preventing bullying in sport - Addressing and reporting bullying

Addressing and reporting bullying To address bullying behaviour successfully, a whole club approach is needed, which includes coaches, volunteers, officials, young people, parents and carers.

Introduction to case management

Case management refers to the process used to address safeguarding concerns. Case management tool part 1 of 8.

LADO guide for sport and physical activity

How and why you need to report safeguarding allegations to local authority designated officers, and what to expect when doing so.

Child abuse in a sports setting - Lower-level concerns

Lower-level concerns It is important that all concerns are reported through an organisation’s procedures, including serious concerns and worries considered lower on the spectrum of behaviour.

Case management groups

Responsible for ensuring that cases are dealt with fairly, equitably and within appropriate timescales. Case management tool part 3 of 8.

Investigation and risk assessment

The process of gathering and clarifying information about reported safeguarding concerns or incidents. Case management tool part 5 of 8.

Preventing bullying in sport - Resources

Here are links to a variety of resources to combat bullying, whether it occurs within sport or off the playing field.

Child abuse in a sports setting

A closer look at the different types of child abuse and some signs to look out for in the sporting environment.

Putting safeguards in place - Key safeguarding roles and responsibilities

Key safeguarding roles and responsibilities There are various safeguarding roles in sport and physical activity depending on the organisation and context.

Deal with a concern - Case management

Case management outlined What is case management? Case management is a process used by organisations to address safeguarding concerns that may arise.

Safeguarding talented and elite athletes

The talent pathway offers fantastic experiences but there are specific factors that can make athletes more vulnerable to abuse.

Putting safeguards in place - Safeguarding procedures

What are safeguarding procedures? Safeguarding procedures outline how you will protect children and young people and what practical safeguarding measures will be put in place to do so.

Photography and filming in sports and activities - Photography and filming in changing rooms

Photography and filming in changing rooms Mobile phones in changing rooms Mobile phones can pose a safeguarding risk if they are used to take photos or video footage in changing rooms or shower areas.

Contextual safeguarding

What is contextual safeguarding. Find out why it is important in order for you to help protect your young participants.

Online safety and social media - Creating a safer online environment

Creating a safe environment can help keep children safer online whilst keeping in touch and staying up to date with your organisation.

Outcomes

There are many possible outcomes of a case management process. Each case needs to be considered to assess the most suitable outcome. Case management tool part 7 of 8.

Mental health in sport - What sports can do

There are several things that sports organisations can do to contribute towards the ongoing wellbeing of their participants, as well as supporting those experiencing mental health problems.