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Understanding Safeguarding in Care Settings

Understanding Safeguarding in Care Settings

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. Learn the principles, signs and reporting expectations.

Safeguarding is the set of practices that protect people from harm, abuse and neglect while respecting their rights and independence.

Caregivers should recognise the types and signs of harm, understand duty of care, and know exactly how to raise a concern.

Reporting is never optional. Concerns should be documented factually and escalated through the agreed channel without delay.

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