30 Questions
According to the text, who should staff and volunteers report their concerns to?
The safeguarding officer
According to the text, what should line managers do if staff and volunteers report concerns directly to them?
Report the concerns to the safeguarding officer
According to the text, what should be done if the safeguarding officer is not available and there is an emergency?
Report the matter directly to the police
Which of the following is an example of bullying behavior towards children?
Engaging in verbal, physical or sexually provocative games with children
Which of the following is NOT a guideline for child safeguarding?
Engage in inappropriate use of social media
What is one of the consequences of reducing a child to tears or scaring or humiliating them as a form of control?
Compromising the well-being of the child
Which of the following is considered poor practice in the context of child safeguarding in football?
Ignoring health and safety guidelines
What is the responsibility of individuals who become aware of repeated poor practice by their colleagues?
To report the matter to the safeguarding officer
What is the difference between poor practice and child abuse in the context of child safeguarding?
Poor practice involves behavior that disregards the needs of children, while child abuse involves intentional harm to children
What should individuals do if they have concerns or suspicions about poor practice or abuse?
Report concerns and suspicions to the appropriate authorities
According to the text, who is responsible for investigating child protection concerns and allegations of abuse?
The statutory authorities or agencies
What should be done if there is a concern relating to the behavior of an individual outside MA football programs towards a child?
Contact child protection services
What is the definition of 'poor practice' according to the text?
Behavior that disregards the needs of children
What should be done when responding to any disclosure?
Maintain strict confidentiality
Which of the following is NOT a recommended step in the pre-appointment process for working with children?
Requesting open references from the candidate
When should a decision not to hire a candidate be made based on a police check?
When the candidate has a conviction for abuse of a child or a sexual offence
What additional steps can be taken when background police checks cannot be obtained?
Using a self-declaration form
What should applicants working directly with children do in the absence of a police check?
Complete a self-declaration form
Which of the following is NOT a recommended step in the recruitment process for staff and volunteers working with children in football?
Including a clear statement about the association's commitment to safeguarding children in the advertisement
When should police checks be completed for staff and volunteers working with children in football?
Before the individual starts working in their role and once every five years thereafter
What should be done if police checks do not exist in a country for staff and volunteers working with children in football?
Request a self-declaration form or national equivalent to be signed
When should new employees attend and complete the MA's training on safeguarding children in football?
Within three months of taking up a post
According to the text, what is the purpose of completing the declaration form?
To safeguard children from abuse
What is the consequence of providing false information on the declaration form?
Immediate dismissal if appointed
What is the recommended action if an applicant becomes barred or listed in the future?
Notify Human Resources immediately
What is the responsibility of staff and volunteers in relation to safeguarding children in football?
All of the above
According to the text, what is the purpose of completing the declaration form?
To determine the applicant's commitment to safeguarding children
What will happen if false information is provided in the declaration form?
The applicant will be dismissed from employment
What is the role of staff and volunteers in football activities?
To create a safe and inclusive environment
What is the recommended action if there is a concern of poor practice or abuse?
Report the concern to the safeguarding officer or appropriate authorities
Consent and Reporting Criminal Offenses Quiz: Test your understanding of the process for criminal record checks and reporting obligations when applying for employment at [Insert name of member association]. Learn about the importance of notifying Human Resources or the recruiting manager in case of prosecution or conviction for a criminal offense.
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