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While this is most often discussed in the context of children, safeguarding is equally important for adults, particularly when it comes to those who may be vulnerable due to disabilities, mental health issues, or other factors.
Safeguarding adults in England involves ensuring that adults who are at risk of harm receive the necessary support and protection and is guided by several laws and frameworks, including:
The Care Act 2014 – a key piece of legislation that provides a framework for adult safeguarding. It introduces a duty for local authorities to promote well-being and protect adults who are at risk of abuse or neglect.
In the Care Act safeguarding is defined as protecting an adult’s right to live in safety.
There is a focus on people and organisations working together to prevent and stop the risks and experience of abuse and neglect.
Mental Capacity Act 2005 – a key piece of legislation in the UK that provides a framework for acting and making decisions on behalf of individuals who lack the mental capacity to make decisions for themselves.
The Care Act 2014 states that an adult at risk is an individual aged 18 years and over who:
In the context of adult sport, safeguarding could involve:
Where a person is over 18 and they have a concern, you may wish to discuss that with them and obtain consent to share the problem with your Club Welfare Officer or the Safeguarding Team at Basketball England.
To help you understand your role and responsibilities if you witness abuse or are informed that someone has been harmed or is at risk of harm, we will be launching a module on Safeguarding Adults as part of our suite of safeguarding courses, more information will be announced later this year.
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