Standard Ten
Policies and procedures support child safety
Policies and procedures document how the entity is safe for children
10.1.1 All relevant policies and procedures reference appropriate safeguarding approaches, requirements and responsibilities.
10.2.1 The entity’s policies and procedures relevant to safeguarding [refer to Indicator 10.1.1] are readily available and accessible to all personnel.
10.3.1 The entity has processes in place to monitor adherence to policies and procedures relevant to safeguarding.
10.3.2 The entity has processes in place to develop and review its policies and procedures relevant to safeguarding. These processes include consulting with and incorporating advice from experts, children, families, carers and communities.
10.4.1 The Church Authority and leaders promote and enact all policies and procedures relevant to safeguarding.
10.5.1 The entity encourages regular discussion and feedback from personnel on their understanding and practical implementation of policies and procedures.