PART 5Requirements on local authority providers - safeguarding
Safeguarding policies and procedures20
1
The local authority provider must have policies and procedures in place—
a
for the prevention of abuse, neglect and improper treatment, and
b
for responding to any allegation or evidence of abuse, neglect or improper treatment.
2
In this regulation, such policies and procedures are referred to as safeguarding policies and procedures.
3
The local authority provider must ensure that its safeguarding policies and procedures are operated effectively.
4
In particular, where there is an allegation or evidence of abuse, neglect or improper treatment, the local authority provider must—
a
act in accordance with its safeguarding policies and procedures,
b
take immediate action to ensure the safety of all children for whom care and support is provided,
c
make appropriate referrals to other agencies, and
d
keep a record of any evidence or the substance of any allegation, any action taken and any referrals made.