National Safeguarding Policy Document
The safeguarding children policy document is available to download: National Safeguarding Policy Document
There is also a concise version of the Safeguarding Policy Document which can be downloaded here.
Also available is the Diocese of Ferns Safeguarding Handbook 2023 which is a quick reference book reflecting frequently asked questions.
Listed below are forms, leaflets, posters and guidance which can be downloaded for your convenience.
- Parish Safeguarding Rep Application Form 2023
- Volunteer Application Form 2023
- Safeguarding Brochure Information for Parents 2022
- Child & Parent/Guardian Joint Consent & Media Permission Form 2022
- Anti Bullying Policy 2022
- Attendance Register for Groups 2022
- Character Reference Request 2022
- Declaration of Good Standing 2023
- Confidentiality Declaration Form 2022
- General Complaints Form 2022
- Adult/Child Supervision Ratios 2022
- Use of Technology 2022
- Accident/Incident Recording Form 2022
- Risk Assessment Form & Guidelines 2022
- Induction Agreement Form for Church Volunteers/Personnel 2022
- Hall Application Form 2023
- Form for Clerics_Religious who work in an External Organisation_Church Body 2021-22
- NBSCCCI Guidance on Mandated Persons
- Whistleblowing Policy 2021/22
- Workshop on Creating a Code of Behaviour with Children 2021/22
- Health & Safety Statement
- Leaflet: Lourdes Safeguarding Information
- Recruitment & Selection Checklist 2020
- Safeguarding Handbook for Ferns 2017
If you have a child safeguarding concern or wish to raise a matter from the past, you may contact:
Emma Fitzgerald
Director of Safeguarding / Designated Liaison Person
Office: 053 917 4972 Mobile: 087 718 5541 safeguarding@ferns.ie