Child Safeguarding

Keeping Children Safe

Clubs have a legal responsibility to help safeguard children. The following information aims to assist clubs in meeting their compliance requirements. Requirements may vary from state to state. This information was developed within South Australia.

It is important that people within the a sporting club are familiar with safeguarding requirements and what steps the club is taking to protect children. In South Australia, it can help clubs meet the Compliance Requirement set by the Department of Human Services.

This template offers guidance on creating a Risk Management Plan focused on child safeguarding. In South Australia, it can help clubs meet the Compliance Requirement set by the Department of Human Services.

This template is aimed for cubs to assist in the management of their Working With Children’s Checks. It is not intended to replace the governments screening portals but instead can be utilised in conjunction with them.