Easy Read Safeguarding Assessment Checklist
This checklist is for:
students
trainees
carers
advocates
befrienders
support workers
volunteers
It helps show what you know, what you can do, and when to get help.
Section 1: Understanding Your Role
☐ I understand my job role ☐ I know what I am trained to do ☐ I know what I am NOT trained to do ☐ I know who my manager or supervisor is ☐ I know how to contact them
Section 2: Safety Awareness
☐ I can notice when someone is very distressed ☐ I can stay calm in difficult situations ☐ I keep a safe distance if needed ☐ I know when a situation feels unsafe ☐ I know how to leave safely if required
Section 3: Mental Health & Risk
☐ I know mental health problems are not a choice ☐ I understand distress can change behaviour ☐ I know suicide warning signs ☐ I know when to take concerns seriously ☐ I know I must not promise secrecy
Section 4: What To Do If Worried
☐ I know who to tell if I am worried ☐ I know how to report concerns ☐ I know emergency numbers ☐ I know mental health crisis services ☐ I know how to record what happened
Section 5: Working Within Limits
☐ I do not give advice I am not trained for ☐ I can signpost to other services ☐ I ask for help when unsure ☐ I understand referral is good practice
Section 6: Lockdown / Remote Support
☐ I know remote support has limits ☐ I know what to do if services are closed ☐ I know how to document delays ☐ I know how to escalate concerns
Section 7: Equality & Respect
☐ I treat people with dignity ☐ I listen without judging ☐ I respect privacy and confidentiality ☐ I follow safeguarding rules
Learner Declaration
I understand safeguarding is about keeping everyone safe.
Name: _______________________
Role / Course: _______________
Signature: ___________________
Date: ________________________
Assessor / Tutor Use
☐ Checklist reviewed ☐ Further training needed ☐ Learner passed this section
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