Responding to reports of non-recent abuse in sport
This guidance advises sports organisations on the types of procedures they should have in place to respond to reports of non-recent abuse in sport.
Parents workshops – best practice example
Use this model for parents workshops from Welsh Gymnastics to set-up regular meetings with parents and develop better relationships.
Recognising and responding to harmful sexual behaviour displayed by young people
This briefing provides an overview of harmful sexual behaviour in children and young people and recommends ways in which to address worrying behaviour.
Managing challenging behaviour
This briefing provides practical guidelines for managing challenging behaviour from children and young people in sports activities.
Case management thresholds
This document contains guidance on how safeguarding concerns can be scaled using thresholds, enabling for the concern to be properly dealt with.
Guidelines on transporting a child or young person in your car
This briefing highlights best practice for adults when transporting children to and from sporting activities.
Example risk assessment for people under investigation or with DBS content
An example of a safeguarding risk assessment procedure from Basketball England.
Responding to information about possible risks to children
Guidance to help sports clubs and organisations risk assess any safeguarding concerns around the membership of people with criminal records. This briefing paper highlights what needs to be done to ensure decisions made are fair and safe.
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.
Addressing self-harming behaviour
This briefing provides guidance for sports organisations about addressing self-harming behaviour and provides links to specialist support services.