The Child Safe Scheme is built on ten Child Safe Standards. These standards are principle-based and are designed to keep children safe by creating organisations that help prevent, detect and respond more effectively to harm and abuse, if it occurs.
Applying the Standards means that the best interests of children are always at the forefront, child abuse is never tolerated, and every child's rights are respected. Concerns about child safety are taken seriously, and everyone is empowered to report abuse without obstruction. Applying the Standards also ensures you're complying with the legal obligations of the Child Safe Scheme.