National Safeguarding Policy Document 
The safeguarding children policy document is now 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 Safeguarding Handbook for Ferns 2018 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-Self-Audits-2021 (Return by 17th December)
- Application Form 2021-22
- Attendance Register for large groups 2021/22
- Character & Personal Reference Request
- Child & Guardian Joint Consent 2021-22
- Confidentiality Declaration Form 2021/22
- General Complaints Form 2021/22
- Guidance for Supervision Ratios 2021/22
- Guidance on use of technology and Internet 2021-2022
- Accidents or Incidents Form 2021 – 22
- Hazard Assessment Form 2021/22
- Induction Agreement Form 2021/22
- Media Permission Form 2021/22
- Hall Application Form 2021 – 22
- Form for Clerics_Religious who work in an External Organisation_Church Body 2021-22
- Guidance on Mandated Persons 2021/22
- Whistleblowing Policy 2021/22
- Workshop on Creating a Code of Behaviour with Children 2021/22
- Health & Safety Statement 2012
- Leaflet: Safeguarding Information for Parents/Guardians
- 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