Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policy - Revision history

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Reporting and record-keeping [Appendix 13]

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	* Self-neglect		* Self-neglect

	==== Reporting and record-keeping [Appendix 13] ====		==== Reporting and record-keeping ([[Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policy#Appendix 12: What to do if you have a safeguarding concern\|Appendix 12]]) ====
	Suspicions must not be discussed with anyone other than the HSO or their Deputy. As soon as possible, employees should make a written record of their concerns and keep it in a secure place. The HSO/Deputy is to collate and clarify the precise details of an allegation or suspicion and, if necessary, pass this information on to statutory agencies who have a legal duty to investigate. Safeguarding concerns are recorded in the standard progress notes and 'flagged' for rapid review by the HSO/Deputy. Handcrafted keeps an online record for every trainee, including some basic personal information and a record of each engagement of that trainee with Handcrafted's services [Appendix 6].		Suspicions must not be discussed with anyone other than the HSO or their Deputy. As soon as possible, employees should make a written record of their concerns and keep it in a secure place. The HSO/Deputy is to collate and clarify the precise details of an allegation or suspicion and, if necessary, pass this information on to statutory agencies who have a legal duty to investigate. Safeguarding concerns are recorded in the standard progress notes and 'flagged' for rapid review by the HSO/Deputy. Handcrafted keeps an online record for every trainee, including some basic personal information and a record of each engagement of that trainee with Handcrafted's services [Appendix 6].

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	Local mental health services including crisis teams have a duty to act in accordance with their own policies and procedures with respect to Handcrafted trainees who are referred to them, by Handcrafted staff or other agencies.		Local mental health services including crisis teams have a duty to act in accordance with their own policies and procedures with respect to Handcrafted trainees who are referred to them, by Handcrafted staff or other agencies.

			NHS 111 - Available 24/7: by dialling 111, you will get to speak to a mental health professional who can listen and help you to find the right support.

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Identifying concerns in adults

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	All Handcrafted workers have a duty of care and are expected to work with the organisation, statutory authorities and multidisciplinary agencies to safeguard adults. Staff cannot assume it is somebody else's job to raise a concern if something comes to their attention. To enable them to carry out their duties, all front-line staff are trained on how to recognise the signs of abuse in adults [Appendix 9] and how to raise a concern. Staff receive training on the Prevent Duty and know how to implement that training.		All Handcrafted workers have a duty of care and are expected to work with the organisation, statutory authorities and multidisciplinary agencies to safeguard adults. Staff cannot assume it is somebody else's job to raise a concern if something comes to their attention. To enable them to carry out their duties, all front-line staff are trained on how to recognise the signs of abuse in adults [Appendix 9] and how to raise a concern. Staff receive training on the Prevent Duty and know how to implement that training.

	The Care Act (2014) defines ten categories of abuse [Appendix 9]:		The Care Act (2014) defines ten categories of abuse ([[Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policy#Appendix 8: Spotting safeguarding concerns in adults\|Appendix 8]]):

	* Physical abuse		* Physical abuse

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	=== Handcrafted Deputy Safeguarding Officer ===		=== Handcrafted Deputy Safeguarding Officer ===
	Name: ~~Harry Jennings~~		Name: Ruth Crichton

	Email: ~~harry~~@handcraftedproject.com		Email: ruth@handcraftedproject.com

	~~Phone: 07501 724686~~		The Deputy Safeguarding Officer (DSO) will assist the HSO with their duties. However, in accordance with the organisation's Confidentiality Policy and Guidance, the HSO will not share identifying details with them of trainees who are affected by safeguarding cases. The DSO will take a lead on raising awareness within Handcrafted of the importance of safeguarding. This will include ensuring that this policy is clearly and consistently shared with staff, and that safeguarding procedures are displayed clearly in Handcrafted premises.

	The ~~Handcrafted~~ Deputy Safeguarding Officer (~~HDSO~~) will assist the HSO with their duties. However, in accordance with the organisation's Confidentiality Policy and Guidance, the HSO will not share identifying details with them of trainees who are affected by safeguarding cases. The ~~HDSO~~ will take a lead on raising awareness within Handcrafted of the importance of safeguarding. This will include ensuring that this policy is clearly and consistently shared with staff, and that safeguarding procedures are displayed clearly in Handcrafted premises.

	=== Handcrafted Chair of Trustees ===		=== Handcrafted Chair of Trustees ===
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	Email: eileenbrady63@gmail.com		Email: eileenbrady63@gmail.com

	~~Name: Dr Febrina Robinson~~

	~~Email: febrina.robinson@gmail.com~~

	The Nominated Trustees with Safeguarding Oversight (NOTSOs) will liaise with the HSO and provide them with advice and guidance on safeguarding matters. This may include advising the HSO on individual cases. However, in accordance with the organisation's Confidentiality Policy and Guidance, the HSO will not share identifying details with them of trainees who are affected by safeguarding cases. The NOTSOs should also provide the HSO with advice and guidance on the organisation's strategic approach to safeguarding, helping the HSO to ensure that Handcrafted fulfils all the commitments stated at the start of this policy [1.2.1]. The NOTSOs will be members of the Handcrafted Safeguarding Steering Group. At least one NOTSO will attend each meeting of the group, to ensure quoracy.		The Nominated Trustees with Safeguarding Oversight (NOTSOs) will liaise with the HSO and provide them with advice and guidance on safeguarding matters. This may include advising the HSO on individual cases. However, in accordance with the organisation's Confidentiality Policy and Guidance, the HSO will not share identifying details with them of trainees who are affected by safeguarding cases. The NOTSOs should also provide the HSO with advice and guidance on the organisation's strategic approach to safeguarding, helping the HSO to ensure that Handcrafted fulfils all the commitments stated at the start of this policy [1.2.1]. The NOTSOs will be members of the Handcrafted Safeguarding Steering Group. At least one NOTSO will attend each meeting of the group, to ensure quoracy.
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	=== Ofsted reporting for registered supported accommodation ===		=== Ofsted reporting for registered supported accommodation ===
	When an allegation or concern involves an under-18 resident in Ofsted registered supported accommodation, the Registered Young People's Manager ~~(Harry Jennings)~~ is responsible for determining whether a serious incident has occurred. These may not meet the threshold for LADO but if a serious incident is identified, it must be reported to Ofsted through the appropriate channels in accordance with regulatory requirements. This reporting obligation runs parallel to, and does not replace, the standard safeguarding procedures outlined above, including LADO referrals where appropriate. The Registered Young People's Manager will ensure all relevant regulatory notifications are completed within the required timeframes.		When an allegation or concern involves an under-18 resident in Ofsted registered supported accommodation, the Registered Young People's Manager is responsible for determining whether a serious incident has occurred. These may not meet the threshold for LADO but if a serious incident is identified, it must be reported to Ofsted through the appropriate channels in accordance with regulatory requirements. This reporting obligation runs parallel to, and does not replace, the standard safeguarding procedures outlined above, including LADO referrals where appropriate. The Registered Young People's Manager will ensure all relevant regulatory notifications are completed within the required timeframes.

	=== Record-keeping ===		=== Record-keeping ===

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	=== Volunteers ===		=== Volunteers ===
	All volunteers will be appointed, trained, supported and supervised in accordance with government guidance on safe recruitment. This includes ensuring that: Every volunteer has a written job description Volunteers have completed a self-declaration form Written references have been obtained, and followed up where appropriate A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check bureau has been completed Qualifications where relevant have been verified Appropriate training in safeguarding is given Volunteers are given a copy of our safeguarding policy and know how to report concerns		All volunteers will be appointed, trained, supported and supervised in accordance with government guidance on safe recruitment. This includes ensuring that:

			* Every volunteer has a written job description
			* Volunteers have completed a self-declaration form
			* Written references have been obtained, and followed up where appropriate
			* A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check bureau has been completed
			* Qualifications where relevant have been verified
			* Appropriate training in safeguarding is given
			* Volunteers are given a copy of our safeguarding policy and know how to report concerns

	=== Trainees in helping roles ===		=== Trainees in helping roles ===

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Appendix 16: Practice Guidelines: legislation appendix added

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 # The Handcrafted Safeguarding Appendices.
-This policy sets out how Handcrafted fulfils its statutory responsibilities for the safeguarding of adults according to the Care Act 2014, ensuring that all Handcrafted trainees are protected, respected, listened to, and treated with dignity and empathy. It sets out how Handcrafted ensures that its safeguarding commitments are fulfilled so that safeguarding is central to the achievement of the charity's objectives.
+This policy sets out how Handcrafted fulfils its statutory responsibilities for the safeguarding of adults according to the Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation (see Appendix 17 for a full list), ensuring that all Handcrafted trainees are protected, respected, listened to, and treated with dignity and empathy. It sets out how Handcrafted ensures that its safeguarding commitments are fulfilled so that safeguarding is central to the achievement of the charity's objectives.
 This policy covers the safeguarding of all people over the age of 18 who benefit from Handcrafted's work. All members of Handcrafted staff, volunteers and contractors, are expected to comply with this policy.
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 * Lone Working Policy - How to protect yourself and others from risk of harm or false allegations in the context of lone working
 * Confidentiality Guidance - How to handle confidentiality issues and what to do in cases where a trainee or resident discloses something that you will need to act upon.

Seymour Jacklin: /* Durham Safeguarding Adults Partnership */

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Durham Safeguarding Adults Partnership

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	Durham Safeguarding Adults Partnership is a range of public authorities, including the council, the police and health services, who share a duty to keep adults in County Durham safe from abuse, harm and neglect. Durham Safeguarding Adults Partnership has a duty to act in accordance with its own policies and procedures with respect to concerns and incidents that are reported to it by Handcrafted staff, or which concern Handcrafted in any way.		Durham Safeguarding Adults Partnership is a range of public authorities, including the council, the police and health services, who share a duty to keep adults in County Durham safe from abuse, harm and neglect. Durham Safeguarding Adults Partnership has a duty to act in accordance with its own policies and procedures with respect to concerns and incidents that are reported to it by Handcrafted staff, or which concern Handcrafted in any way.

			==== Sunderland City Council – Adult Services ====

			* 0191 520 5552 (to raise a safeguarding concern, Mon–Fri, 8.30am–5pm)
			* Out of hours / Emergency Duty Team: 0191 520 5560 (at night, weekends, bank holidays)

			Website: [https://www.sunderland.gov.uk/article/12495/Safeguarding-for-Adults Safeguarding for Adults – Sunderland City Council]

			The Sunderland Safeguarding Adults Board (SSAB) brings together Sunderland City Council, Northumbria Police, and the NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board as the three statutory safeguarding partners. Its role is to ensure that adults with care and support needs are protected from abuse and neglect, and that effective multi-agency arrangements are in place.

			Handcrafted staff will at all times comply with SSAB’s policies and procedures. SSAB has a duty to act in accordance with its own policies and procedures with respect to concerns and incidents that are reported to it by Handcrafted staff, or which concern Handcrafted in any way.

	==== Local police ====		==== Local police ====

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Durham Safeguarding Children Partnership

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	Website: <nowiki>https://durham-scp.org.uk</nowiki>		Website: <nowiki>https://durham-scp.org.uk</nowiki>

			=== Sunderland Adult Safeguarding ===

			; Members of the public
			: Telephone: 0191 520 5552 (to raise a safeguarding concern)
			: Online referral form: [https://www.sunderland.gov.uk/article/27575/Worried-about-someone Report a safeguarding concern]

			; Professionals
			: Safeguarding Adults Concern referral via the Portal: [https://adultsportal.sunderland.gov.uk Safeguarding Adults Portal]
			: Guidance: [https://www.sunderland.gov.uk/article/27575/Worried-about-someone Sunderland Council – Worried about someone?]

	=== Police ===		=== Police ===

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Safeguarding Measures: professional boundaries insert

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	==== Safe recruitment ====		==== Safe recruitment ====
	Measures will be taken to ensure that all Handcrafted paid staff and volunteers are appointed, trained, supported and supervised in accordance with government guidance on safe recruitment [Appendix 3].		Measures will be taken to ensure that all Handcrafted paid staff and volunteers are appointed, trained, supported and supervised in accordance with government guidance on safe recruitment [Appendix 3].

			==== '''Professional Boundaries''' ====
			Maintaining clear professional boundaries is an essential part of safeguarding adults at risk. Any attempt to derive personal benefit through abuse of position will be treated as a safeguarding matter. Staff are trained during induction and annual refresher sessions on conditioning, professional boundaries, gifts, and financial interactions.

	=== Identifying and reporting concerns ===		=== Identifying and reporting concerns ===

Seymour Jacklin: /* Handcrafted Safeguarding Policy Appendices */

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Handcrafted Safeguarding Policy Appendices

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	=== New staff ===		=== New staff ===
	All new staff will receive training on Handcrafted's policies and procedures during their two-week induction period. This will include training on the Handcrafted Safeguarding Policy and the procedures that are in place to maintain Handcrafted's commitment to safeguarding vulnerable adults. ~~[Appendix 3]~~		All new staff will receive training on Handcrafted's policies and procedures during their two-week induction period. This will include training on the Handcrafted Safeguarding Policy and the procedures that are in place to maintain Handcrafted's commitment to safeguarding vulnerable adults.

	=== Regular training ===		=== Regular training ===

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Appendix 7: Prevent Duty

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	== Appendix 7: Prevent Duty ==		== Appendix 7: Prevent Duty ==
	There are now duties imposed on agencies under the Counter Terrorism and Security Act 2015		There are now duties imposed on agencies under the Counter Terrorism and Security Act 2015 (The Prevent Duty), to have 'due regard to the need to prevent people from being drawn into terrorism.' Further advice in relation to this is within the statutory guidance – Revised Prevent Duty guidance: for England and Wales 1 April 2021.

	(The Prevent Duty), to have 'due regard to the need to prevent people from being drawn into terrorism.'

	Further advice in relation to this is within the statutory guidance – Revised Prevent Duty guidance:

	for England and Wales 1 April 2021

	We have ensured that Prevent Duty training is part of the safeguarding training received by all Handcrafted staff. We will work with key partners to ensure that we are aware of any tensions within our local community so that we can create safe spaces for our trainees to discuss their experiences and concerns. Where we are concerned about a trainee, we will follow our safeguarding procedures. Serious concerns should be referred to the Police Prevent Team where there is a concern that a trainee is at immediate risk.		We have ensured that Prevent Duty training is part of the safeguarding training received by all Handcrafted staff. We will work with key partners to ensure that we are aware of any tensions within our local community so that we can create safe spaces for our trainees to discuss their experiences and concerns. Where we are concerned about a trainee, we will follow our safeguarding procedures. Serious concerns should be referred to the Police Prevent Team where there is a concern that a trainee is at immediate risk.
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	Early indicators of radicalisation or extremism may include:		Early indicators of radicalisation or extremism may include:

	• Showing sympathy for external causes		* Showing sympathy for external causes
			* Glorifying violence, especially to other faiths or cultures
	• Glorifying violence, especially to other faiths or cultures		* Making remarks or comments about being at extremist events or rallies
			* Evidence of possessing illegal or extremist literature
	• Making remarks or comments about being at extremist events or rallies		* Advocating messages similar to illegal organisations or other extremist groups
			* Out of character changes in dress, behaviour and peer relationships (but there are also very powerful narratives, programmes and networks that people can come across online so involvement with particular groups may not be apparent)
	• Evidence of possessing illegal or extremist literature		* Secretive behaviour
			* Online searches or sharing extremist messages or social profiles
	• Advocating messages similar to illegal organisations or other extremist groups		* Intolerance of difference, including faith, culture, gender, race or sexuality
			* Graffiti, art work or writing that displays extremist themes
	• Out of character changes in dress, behaviour and peer relationships (but there are also very powerful narratives, programmes and networks that people can come across online so involvement with particular groups may not be apparent)		* Attempts to impose extremist views or practices on others verbalizing anti-Western or anti-British views
			* Advocating violence towards others
	• Secretive behaviour

	• Online searches or sharing extremist messages or social profiles

	• Intolerance of difference, including faith, culture, gender, race or sexuality

	• Graffiti, art work or writing that displays extremist themes

	• Attempts to impose extremist views or practices on others verbalizing anti-Western or anti-British views

	• Advocating violence towards others

	=== Partnerships ===		=== Partnerships ===
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	=== Definitions ===		=== Definitions ===
	'''Extremism''' is the vocal or active opposition to our fundamental values, including democracy, the		'''Extremism''' is the vocal or active opposition to our fundamental values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and the mutual respect and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs. This also includes calling for the death of members of the armed forces.

	rule of law, individual liberty and the mutual respect and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs.

	This also includes calling for the death of members of the armed forces.

	~~'''Radicalisation''' refers to the process by which a person comes to support terrorism and extremist~~

	~~ideologies associated with terrorist groups.~~

	~~'''Terrorism''' is an action that endangers or causes serious violence to a person/people; causes~~

	~~serious damage to property; or seriously interferes with or disrupts an electronic system. The use or~~

	~~threat must be designed~~ to ~~influence~~ the ~~government or~~ to ~~intimidate the public~~ and ~~is made for~~		'''Radicalisation''' refers to the process by which a person comes to support terrorism and extremist ideologies associated with terrorist groups.

	the purpose of advancing a political, religious or ideological cause.		'''Terrorism''' is an action that endangers or causes serious violence to a person/people; causes serious damage to property; or seriously interferes with or disrupts an electronic system. The use or threat must be designed to influence the government or to intimidate the public and is made for the purpose of advancing a political, religious or ideological cause.

	== Appendix 8: Spotting safeguarding concerns in adults ==		== Appendix 8: Spotting safeguarding concerns in adults ==