Safeguarding at events – weather considerations
This briefing outlines the issues arising from bad weather conditions prior to and during an event, which assist in your decision-making.
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.
Reference form for positions working with children
A template form for sports organisations to use when contacting the references provided by an applicant for a role working with young people.
A journey to better safeguarding with the LTA
In this podcast, we talk to the LTA about how they’ve developed and delivered on their last safeguarding strategy and what improvements it’s made to the experiences of young athletes in their sport.
Online safety – training scenarios
You can use these scenarios with staff and volunteers in your sport to identify any gaps in knowledge when dealing with online safety concerns.
Recruiting coaches and other staff from overseas
This briefing offers information and guidance on safeguarding considerations and recruitment processes that should be put in place when recruiting staff from overseas.
Event safeguarding checklist
A planning checklist for sports organisations to ensure they meet all their safeguarding requirements when running events and activities for children and young people.
Virtual events and competitions for children
Advice for activators and coaches on running virtual events or competitions for children. This briefing paper outlines your safeguarding responsibilities and how to mitigate any risks associated with using digital platforms.
Accident reporting form
An accident-reporting form template and procedure to be followed by a club or organisation in the event of an accident.
Bullying incident report form
Our bullying incident report form can be used as a template for your own form to ensure you record everything necessary.