Safeguarding Protocol \u2013 Association Rules and Practical Guidance
\nThis document should be read in conjunction with the British Beekeepers Association Safeguarding Policy May 2021 and any subsequent updates.<\/p>\n
There are various types of abuse and neglect that may be experienced by children and young people. These are commonly broken down into physical, sexual and emotional abuse, and neglect.
\nVulnerable adults can be defined as anyone over the age of 18 unable to protect themselves from abuse or exploitation by reason of illness, age, mental illness, disability or other types of physical or mental impairment.
\nAs a Beekeeping Association there must also be consideration that bees pose a physical danger through stinging, which may not only result in physical harm, but also emotional and mental trauma.
\nSafeguards are measures that an organisation should put in place to help reduce the risk of children, young people and vulnerable adults being harmed.
\nSafeguards also help to protect other Association members against false allegations.
\nThe following deals only with young people but the general principles can be adapted on a case by case basis for vulnerable adults under the direction of the Chairperson and Safeguarding Officer.<\/p>\n
Association Meetings \u2013 generally held in the evening with a lecture format, but also occasionally outside and\/or during the day. Includes group meetings on social media. No contact with bees.
\nThe Beginners Theory Course – generally held in the evening with a lecture format, but also occasionally outside and\/or during the day. Includes group meetings on social media. No contact with bees. Minimum age 14 years.
\nBeginners Course Practical Sessions \u2013 may involve exposure to bees. Minimum age 14 years.
\nApiary Visits \u2013 exposure to bees.
\nSocial Events without alcohol.
\nSocial Events with alcohol.
\nCommittee Meetings \u2013 in person or on social media. Only elected Committee Members.
\nOne to one mentoring \u2013 in person \u2013 may involve exposure to bees.
\nOne to one mentoring – on the telephone, email, text or social media. No exposure to bees.
\nBBKA Basic Certificate practical assessment \u2013 includes exposure to bees. Minimum age 14 years.<\/p>\n
Safeguarding Protocol\u2013 Association Rules and Practical Guidance to be posted on the HBKA Website
\nA Safeguarding Officer be appointed from the adult membership to monitor and review Safeguarding.
\nAll adult members to confirm that they have read, understood and agree to adhere to the – Safeguarding Protocol \u2013 Association Rules and Practical Guidance \u2013 when taking out\/renewing membership.
\nParents or guardians to sign that they have read, understood and agree to adhere to the Safeguarding Protocol \u2013 Association Rules and Practical Guidance.
\nIt is the responsibility of all Association Members (adult and junior) and all parents or guardians to report any Safeguarding concerns immediately to the Safeguarding Officer or Chairperson.
\nYoung people may be photographed while participating in Association Activities. However the Association will remove any images from the website or social media at the request of a parent or guardian.<\/p>\n
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Can attend \u2013
\nAssociation Meetings.
\nApiary Visits \u2013 exposure to bees.
\nSocial Events without alcohol.
\nSocial Events with alcohol.
\n– under the direct supervision of a parent, guardian, or the Authorised Adult who is a member of HBKA (authorised in writing by a parent or guardian). It remains the responsibility of the parent, guardian or Authorised Adult in attendance to supervise the young person at all times, including in the event of bee stings, and to make sure both they and the young person are suitably equipped with appropriate protective equipment whenever there is direct contact with bees.<\/p>\n
Can attend on their own \u2013
\nAssociation Meetings.
\nThe Beginners Theory Course.
\nSocial Events without alcohol.<\/p>\n
It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to provide\/arrange safe transport for the Junior Member to and from these meetings and to ensure good behaviour. Can include public transport should the parent or guardian feel this is appropriate.
\nUnder the direct supervision of a parent, guardian, or the Authorised Adult who is a member of HBKA (authorised in writing by a parent or guardian) the Junior Member can attend \u2013
\nBeginners Course Practical Sessions \u2013 may involve exposure to bees.
\nApiary Visits \u2013 exposure to bees.
\nSocial Events with alcohol.
\nOne to one mentoring \u2013 in person \u2013 may involve exposure to bees.
\nBBKA Basic Certificate practical assessment \u2013 includes exposure to bees
\nIt remains the responsibility of the parent, guardian or Authorised Adult in attendance to supervise the young person at all times, including in the event of bee stings, and to make sure both they and the young person are suitably equipped with appropriate protective equipment whenever there is direct contact with bees.<\/p>\n
One to one mentoring – on the telephone, email, text or social media is permissible but it is the responsibility of the mentor to keep the parent or guardian informed on a regular basis that such contact is taking place and confirm the content, and it is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to check regularly with their child and the mentor whether such contact is occurring and confirm the content. Wherever possible emails, texts and social media posts are to be copied in to the parent or guardian.<\/p>\n
Can attend on their own \u2013
\nAssociation Meetings.
\nThe Beginners Theory Course.
\nBeginners Course Practical Sessions \u2013 may involve exposure to bees.
\nApiary Visits \u2013 exposure to bees.
\nSocial Events without alcohol.
\nSocial Events with alcohol.
\nCommittee Meetings \u2013 if an elected committee member.
\nOne to one mentoring \u2013 in person – may involve exposure to bees.
\nOne to one mentoring – on the telephone, email, text or social media. No exposure to bees.
\nBBKA Basic Certificate practical assessment \u2013 includes exposure to bees<\/p>\n
The parent or guardian is responsible for the young person\u2019s good behaviour at all times.
\nIt is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to provide\/arrange safe transport for the young person to and from these meetings \u2013 may include public transport if the parent or guardian feel this is appropriate.
\nWhere there is exposure to bees the parent or guardian will make sure the young person is supplied with appropriate protective equipment and will always be welcome to attend. Should the young person attend on their own the parent or guardian will provide written permission for Association members in attendance to take appropriate action in the event of accident, illness or bee sting until the parent or guardian can be contacted.
\nWhere there is one to one mentoring in person the parent or guardian will be informed in advance wherever possible by the mentor, advised they can attend, and in the absence of a parent or guardian two adult members (mentor and observer) will always be in attendance.
\nOne to one mentoring on the telephone, email, text or social media – it is the responsibility of the mentor to keep the parent or guardian informed on a regular basis that such contact is taking place and confirm content, and it is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to check regularly with their child and the mentor whether such contact is occurring and confirm the content. Wherever possible emails, texts and social media posts are to be copied in to the parent or guardian.
\nFor the BBKA Basic Certificate practical assessment a parent or guardian is welcome to attend, and an adult Association Member will always be in attendance in addition to the BBKA Examiner.<\/p>\n
If the Chairperson or Safeguarding Officer recognises that a young person has particular needs he\/she may implement stricter Practical Guidelines for that individual than outlined above.<\/p>\n
Parents and guardians of young people wishing to take up beekeeping are encouraged to become a HBKA member, and attend a Beginners Course, such they can acquire at least basic understanding and practical expertise so they can assist\/collaborate with the young person. There will also be emphasis on the risks of dealing with what are potentially dangerous insects both for the beekeeper, and members of the general public, with potential public liability implications.<\/p>\n
Should you have questions or comments please contact our\u00a0 Safeguarding Officer, Chris Dale, who will be happy to help with any queries.
\nTelephone \u2013 07736 161005
\nEmail \u2013 chris.j.dale@btinternet.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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