Summary of Baythorpe Shed’s Adult Safeguarding Policy
Safeguarding of our Shedders is vitally important to us and the below summarises our values
Baythorpe Shed recognises that by providing a Shed for the community, it has a duty of care to protect its members from harm.
Baythorpe Shed’s Board of Trustees has the following values in safeguarding its members: All Shedders have the right
to participate in the activities of the Shed, free from of abuse or neglect or fear of abuse or neglect.
to have their views, wishes, feelings and beliefs respected and taken into account.
to be provided with a safe environment with adequate health and safety procedures in place.
not to be discriminated against for their age, gender, sexuality, race or other personal characteristic.
to have any allegation they make about abuse or neglect taken seriously and acted on immediately.
Baythorpe Shed’s Safeguarding Contacts
The Shed's Safeguarding Contacts are published on the Shed Notice Board if you need to report a safeguarding issue as detailed in this policy, or need further information. They are responsible for recording safeguarding issues or concerns, alerting the local authority or police if an issue arises, getting advice from the local authority on safeguarding in the Shed and arranging training, if necessary. If you have any concerns about an adult in the Shed, including yourself. They will follow the procedures of the Shed’s Safeguarding Policy.