premises, and the action taken in respect of these allegations; any other significant event that is likely to affect the suitability to look after children of the registered person or any person caring for children on the premises. 2.8 Does the setting have arrangements for disciplinary processes to be undertaken where there is a complaint or allegation against someone who works in or on behalf of the setting? Does the provider have arrangements in place for making referrals to the LADO where an allegation is made against a person working at or on behalf of the setting and fulfilling their legal responsibilities to make a referral to the DBS where required to do so? Does the setting’s policy set out that if staff are concerned that the responsible person may not be taking concerns sufficiently seriously or taking appropriate action they must contact the LADO and/or Ofsted directly? Disciplinary policy guidance is available from NYCC Updated Allegations against staff procedures and guidance are available on the NYSCB website sec 10 Referrals to the LADO must always be made, immediately, where there is an allegation, (relating to either within or outside of the setting,) that someone who works with children has: behaved in a way that has harmed a child or may have harmed a child; possibly committed an offence against or related to a child; behaved towards a child or children in a way that indicates s/he may pose a risk of harm to children. Settings, as regulated activity providers, have a statutory duty to make referrals to the DBS where they have permanently removed a person from regulated activity through dismissal or permanent transfer, or would have done so had the person not left, resigned, retired or been made redundant and they believe that the person has engaged in ‘relevant conduct’, satisfied the ‘harm test’ or received a caution or conviction for a ‘relevant’ offence
appropriate behaviour; keep themselves safe. Settings should consider how to seek the views of children and ensure that the ‘child’s voice’ is heard in matters regarding their care. They might also have posters, displays and helpline numbers on show. 4.4 Does the setting know how to respond if a child or young person places themselves at risk by leaving the building /grounds? The setting should provide good practice guidance to all staff, to ensure the safety of the child or young person, inform parents/carers and significant others, as necessary. 4.5 Are staff and providers aware of and implement the requirements of the EYFS when children go missing while in the care of the provider? EYFS 3.62; 3.73 Section 5 – Premises Security/Health and Safety Key Questions Guidance Grading Evidence Actions Required 5.1 Is the policy implemented consistently to ensure that all staff take individual and collective responsibility to create an environment that is welcoming safe and stimulating? This should be in line with Yorkshire Safeguarding Children Boards’ guidance and procedures. Settings may find it helpful to use the NYCC, or PLA policy guidance as a template for formulating their written policy. The policy should be reviewed at least annually. The setting should have measures in place to ensure that a culture of safeguarding is embedded, promoted and understood and have effective systems to monitor that the