policies

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Anti Bullying Policy
Defines bullying behaviour and outlines BASE's commitment to preventing bullying, responding to concerns, and supporting everyone involved in a safe, respectful environment.
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Code of Conduct
Standards of behaviour expected from all staff, coaches, volunteers, participants, parents/carers, and visitors, including treating others with respect and using appropriate language.
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Compliments & Complaints Policy
How BASE receives and handles feedback. Treats complaints as learning opportunities and outlines the process for raising and resolving them.
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Disciplinary Procedures
A fair framework for managing concerns, complaints, and behaviour that doesn't meet BASE's standards, applying to participants and staff alike.
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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
BASE's commitment to building an inclusive space where everyone feels welcome and valued, regardless of background, ability, or identity.
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First Aid
Procedures for providing first aid, responding to accidents and injuries, and recording/reporting incidents across all BASE activities.
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Health & Safety
Safe environment provision, risk management, and safe practices across all BASE activities including sports sessions, camps, and events.
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Mental Health and Wellbeing
Addresses mental health support and promotion, recognising mental wellbeing is as important as physical health, and how BASE creates a supportive environment.
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Online Safety and Communication
Covers digital communication safety, protection of children and at-risk adults online, maintaining appropriate boundaries, and responding to online incidents.
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Photography and Filming
Guidelines for safely capturing and using images/videos, protecting children and at-risk adults, and ensuring appropriate consent and storage.
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Privacy Policy
How BASE collects, uses, stores, and shares personal information in compliance with UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.
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Safeguarding for Activities
Core safeguarding policy committing to protecting all children, young people, and at-risk adults across all activities.
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Safeguarding Policy Statement
Summary statement of BASE's safeguarding commitment and responsibilities, including how to raise concerns with the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
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Safer Recruitment

Outlines recruitment practices to prevent unsuitable individuals from working with children or at-risk adults, covering staff, coaches, volunteers, and partners.

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Social Media Policy

Guidance on appropriate social media use, requiring respectful communication and confidentiality while protecting individuals and BASE's reputation.

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Use of Changing Rooms
Safety procedures for changing facilities, addressing privacy, dignity, and risk reduction in vulnerable spaces.