Auditing & Certification – PAS 5222

What is it?

Children are susceptible to harm, abuse, exploitation, and neglect, especially in out-of-school settings.

Those conducting activities in such settings carry a profound responsibility for the safety and well-being of the children involved. Identifying and mitigating risks competently is crucial to safeguarding children.

Regardless of whether these activities are provided for free or at a cost, and whether by paid staff or volunteers, all providers must integrate safeguarding into their governance, policies, and operations.

PAS 5222 is a fast-track standardisation document, the result of an expert consulting service from the BSI (British Standards Institute). Sponsored by Mark Bramah MSc, Bramah HR and facilitated by the BSI, it provides a framework for safeguarding children in out-of-school settings.

Become British Standard (PAS 5222) Certified

At Bramah HR, we are committed to assisting organisations in the critical area of safeguarding, guiding them to meet British Standard (PAS 5222) certification.

With a focus on safeguarding, we provide specialised support tailored to the unique needs of your organisation. Our expert team offers comprehensive audits, recommendations, and implementation strategies designed to ensure compliance and certification with PAS 5222.

Join us on the journey to safeguarding excellence and secure your PAS 5222 certification with Bramah HR!

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Questions to ask yourself?

Are you familiar with British Standard PAS 5222?
Would you like to ensure the safety of your organisation?
Do you employ individuals or provide services involving the attendance of children (under 18)?
As a senior leader, are you aware of the potential vicarious liability risks in the event of a safeguarding incident?
Do you want to showcase to your clients, users, and employees your commitment to safeguarding?

PAS 5222 contributes to the wider child safeguarding landscape, surpassing existing guidance

The standard aims to:

Raise the benchmark for safeguarding good practice.
Help activity providers manage risk and enhance safeguarding expertise.
Provide assurance to children, parents, and carers, fostering trust.
Establish a common set of requirements for consistent standards.
Support cost-effective implementation of safeguarding measures.
Facilitate seamless adoption across diverse geographical regions.

Why is being compliant with British Standard PAS 5222 important?

Mitigate the risk of abuse in your organisation.
Mitigates the risk of vicarious lability.
Demonstrate your commitment to customers and employees as the leader and your organisation takes protecting children. Creating a safe and secure environment fosters trust among individuals and within communities.

By adopting PAS 5222, you commit to safeguarding children, creating safer environments, and building trust among stakeholders. Together, let’s prioritise the well-being and safety of our children in out-of- school settings.

In this episode listen to some of the key people involved in PAS 5222, including Mark Bramah and Lady Edwina at the launch of the standard PAS 5222. They describe the reasons the standard was developed and the difference it will make.

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