Safeguarding. Where PHG has concerns that a child is suffering or at risk of suffering harm, self harm and / or at high risk of harm to others it will ensure that a safeguarding referral is made immediately. PHG staff will be trained to consider whether significant harm may occur to the child or children and will act immediately should they believe significant harm may be taking or about to take place. A referral will be made to the local authority team. Children’s Social Care Section 4.3 of this policy provides definitions of significant harm and the different types of abuse that may be occurring. PHG staff are trained to understand the different types of abuse and to have an awareness of the main indicators of . Reporting Safeguarding Concerns. PHG will aim to create an environment which encourages those who suspect abuse is occurring either to themselves or another individual not to be afraid to report it. Every allegation will be taken seriously and dealt with according to the relevant procedures ensuring a clear and constant approach. Information will be provided to customers regarding who to contact as well as what can be expected to happen following a report of abuse. Cases will be dealt with on an individual basis and under the guidance of the local Safeguarding Children Board. Where PHG has concerns surround the death of a child they will follow the Pan-Lancashire Management of Sudden Unexpected Deaths in Childhood (SUDC) Protocol. Working in Partnership. PHG is a national organisation, yet we see local links and partnership working as crucial to being able to meet the needs of children. It is with this in mind that for all areas of operation staff will adopt the local authorities’ CAF and safeguarding procedures. Where ever practical or available PHG will be party to the local information sharing protocol in order to work effectively with partner agencies. PHG provide funding to voluntary, community and faith organisations in a variety of ways in particular through the Community Investment Fund. Those organisations who work
Safeguarding. Where PHG has concerns that a child is suffering or at risk of suffering harm, self harm and / or at high risk of harm to others it will ensure that a safeguarding referral is made immediately. PHG staff will be trained to consider whether significant harm may occur to the child or children and will act immediately should they believe significant harm may be taking or about to take place. A referral will be made to the local authority Children’s Social Care team. Section 4.3 of this policy provides definitions of significant harm and the different types of abuse that may be occurring. PHG staff are trained to understand the different types of abuse and to have an awareness of the main indicators of . Reporting Safeguarding Concerns. PHG will aim to create an environment which encourages those who suspect abuse is occurring either to themselves or another individual not to be afraid to report it. Every allegation will be taken seriously and dealt with according to the relevant procedures ensuring a clear and constant approach. Information will be provided to customers regarding who to contact as well as what can be expected to happen following a report of abuse. Cases will be dealt with on an individual basis and under the guidance of the local Safeguarding Children Board. Where PHG has concerns surround the death of a child they will follow the Pan-Lancashire Management of Sudden Unexpected Deaths in Childhood (SUDC) Protocol. Working in Partnership. PHG is a national organisation, yet we see local links and partnership working as crucial to being able to meet the needs of children. It is with this in mind that for all areas of operation staff will adopt the local authorities’ CAF and safeguarding procedures. Where ever practical or available PHG will be party to the local information sharing protocol in order to work effectively with partner agencies. PHG provide funding to voluntary, community and faith organisations in a variety of ways in particular through the Community Investment Fund. Those organisations who work
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