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Welfare & Safeguarding

Sale Harriers is committed to the welfare and safety of all our members, but particularly those who are children or who may be vulnerable.

The club formally adopts the current UKA policies, procedures and regulations. These can be accessed via the links below:

Policies

Child Safeguarding Policy: View Policy

Adult Safeguarding Policy: View Policy

Procedures

Child Safeguarding Procedures: View Policy

Adult Safeguarding Procedures: View Policy

Safeguarding Process Map: View Policy

Regulations

Safeguarding Regulations: View Policy

These policies, procedures and regulations will be reviewed again in 2025 and 2026 by UKA and England Athletics.

Useful contact numbers

The following are also useful contact numbers if there is a concern in relation to the welfare of a child:

  • Emergency Social Services (Out of Office Hours) – 0161 253 6606
  • Police if a child is in immediate danger – 999
  • Police (Public Protection Unit) – 0161 856 8063 or Out of Office Hours – 101
  • NSPCC Helpline – 0808 800 5000

Codes of conduct

The club has adopted the England Athletics Code of Conduct. This can be accessed in the link below:

Code of Conduct

All club members are required to adhere to the code relevant to their role in the sport. Members should agree to the code through the link in the EA portal. They may also demonstrate their commitment through the policy link in our Attendli membership system.

Breach of the codes of conduct

Reference is made to the UKA safeguarding regulations below:

UKA safeguarding regulations

Online safety

The Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP) has published guidance for parents and children about staying safe online. A link to the guidance is provided below:

https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/11_18/lets-talk-about/online-safety/