HS13 Child protection

Overview

Health and safety practices criterion 13

A process for the prevention of child abuse is implemented, and a procedure for responding to suspected child abuse is followed when required.

Documentation required:

  1. A process for the prevention of child abuse;
  2. A procedure for responding to suspected child abuse.

Related to clause 46(1)(a) of standard.

Rationale/Intent:

The criterion aims to uphold the safety and wellbeing of children by ensuring that there are adequate child protection systems in place.

Amended 21 July 2011


Last updated: 22 July 2011