define safeguarding
Safeguarding is a term which is broader than âchild protectionâ and relates to the action the commission takes to promote the welfare of children and protect them from harm. Safeguarding is everyoneâs responsibility. Safeguarding is defined in Working together to safeguard children 2013 as: 1  protecting children from maltreatment. 2  preventing impairment of childrenâs health and development. 3  ensuring that children grow up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care and.