This policy applies to match days at Guiseley AFC, including situations which may occur due to the sale of alcohol within the ground. It addresses the following Licensing objectives:

• Public safety
• The protection of children from harm

We have a legal obligation to protect children & vulnerable adults from harm (abuse or neglect), this policy will outline how we will manage any concerns we may have about users of our facility. The consumption of alcohol increases the risk of becoming vulnerable & may expose behaviours previously unobserved.

If in doubt, do something, do not leave the situation for someone else to report.

Recognised forms of adult or child abuse (see overleaf for detailed definitions):

• physical abuse
• domestic violence
• sexual abuse
• child sexual exploitation
• psychological/emotional abuse
• financial or material abuse
• discriminatory abuse
• organisational abuse
• modern slavery
• neglect or acts of omissions
• self-neglect

All staff, stewards, match day volunteers & members of the Supporters Club Committee will be made aware of this policy.

1. If you witness anything thing that doesn’t seem right, please report this immediately to The Club’s Welfare Officer: Trudi Hannaford 07507750583, James Pickles or a steward

2. If there is a child who appears lost or distressed, please take them to the Blue Gate (Gate 1) & the Head of Security who will contact the announcer for a PA message

3. If you are concerned about the actions/behaviour of an adult, please make a steward or The Club’s Welfare Officer: Trudi Hannaford aware. If possible, take a photograph or have a description of the person to pass on & their last location

4. The “Ask for Angela” scheme will be adopted by the club, training will be provided

5. The Medical Room (Gate 2) is nominated as a “safe space”, where a vulnerable person can be taken

6. The nominated member of staff responsible for dealing with vulnerable people is Trudi Hannaford

7. A log will be kept documenting any incidents that occur, including what further action may be taken

8. Local taxi services numbers will be available

Procedure:

• Remain calm & try not to show any shock or alarm
• Does the situation require the emergency services to attend?
• Is the person in immediate danger? Dial 999 If you are unsure dial 101 for advice
• Separate the individual from their “abuser”, take them to the safe space
• Speak with the individual, gauge the level of abuse & what course of action they may wish to take
• Do not ask leading questions stick to :

What happened? When did it happen? Where did it happen?

• Listen carefully & demonstrate understanding by acknowledging regret & concern that this has happened, repeating what has been told to you serves two purposes, it demonstrates to the victim that you are listening & ensures that accuracy is maintained.
• Inform the person that you are required to share the information, explaining what information will be shared & why
• The information you need to collect is: Name, Date of Birth, Address Contact details
• Make a written record of what the person has told you, using their words, what you have seen & your actions.
• Decide on the next steps, with the individual – they may wish to go back to the person
• If you are at all concerned, discuss this matter with the Leeds Safeguarding Team/Children’s Social Work Services

ADULTS: Phone: 0113 222 4401 (Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm) Out of hours phone: 0113 378 0644 Email: leedsadults@leeds.gov.uk

CHILDREN: Phone: 0113 222 4403 (Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm) Out of hours phone: 999

Policies for the Academy & the Community Foundation activities are in separate documents.

Abuse & neglect take many forms: These are the recognised forms of adult & child abuse

Physical Abuse: Non-accidental harm to the body. It can range from physical injuries such as hitting, pushing, wounding etc. to things such as misuse of medication, inappropriate use of restraint & dehydration/malnourishment

Domestic Violence: Physical, sexual, psychological or financial violence that takes place within an intimate or family-type relationship & forms a pattern of cohesive & controlling behaviour’

Sexual Abuse: Includes sexual assault or sexual acts which have not been consented to. Also, encompasses rape & non-contact abuse such as sexual harassment or pornography

Child Sexual Exploitation: This could be a combination of a number of categories of abuse. It can take place anywhere, but often Licensed Premises may be used as a lure for vulnerable children. They may be plied with alcohol & other intoxicants then groomed for the sexual gratification of a number of adults. Things to look out for are the same adult coming to the bar with different children, or the same child coming to the bar with different adults. Inappropriate touching or language, the child looking uncomfortable or nervous in the presence of the adult

Psychological or Emotional Abuse: Mental abuse such as threats, abandonment, intimidation, humiliation, deprivation of physical or emotional contact & cultural needs. Can also include verbal abuse. Psychological abuse can be harder to spot as it is often done in private & has no physical signs

Financial or Material Abuse: Can encompass internet scams, fraud or theft of property but also alludes to control over financial ownership such as wills, inheritance or property

Discriminatory Abuse: Unequal treatment of a person due to their race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion

Organisational Abuse: The mistreatment, abuse or neglect of a person in a setting where the person lives or a service that they use

Modern Slavery: Modern slavery is a hidden crime & targets people living in poverty or with a lack of education or unstable social conditions. Modern Slavery encompasses slavery, domestic servitude, human trafficking & forced labour. It is an international crime & can include victims that have been brought over from overseas & vulnerable people within the UK who are forced to work illegally against their will, often in illegal establishments

Neglect & Acts of Omission: Includes all aspects of neglect such as deprivation of food, shelter, clothing or heating. Abusers can also harm victims by ignoring their medical or physical needs, which is mostly applicable in a care situation where abuse can occur through failing to provide medication to a person, banning visitors or ignoring/isolating the person

Self-Neglect: Self-Neglect is a little different to the other types of abuse as this is inflicted from an individual to themselves & focuses on a lack of self-care so much that it affects personal health & safety. Self-Neglect also encompasses self-harm, failing to care for one’s personal hygiene, surroundings, or health