The Archdiocese of Liverpool abides by the CSAS Procedures Manual. The manual comprises 12 chapters which include core policy and procedures, guidance and a range of related information sheets that support the policies and procedures. Please click on the links below to access Chapters in the CSAS Procedures Manual:
Chapter 1 – Policy statement, key principles and values, legislative framework, organisational structure and key roles
Chapter 2 – Responding to allegations and concerns
Chapter 3 – Information sharing and data protection
Chapter 4 – Creating a safer environment
Chapter 5 – Safer recruitment and safer working practices
Chapter 6 – DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service)
Chapter 7 – Protocols
Chapter 8 – Standards
Chapter 9 – Good Practice Guidance
Chapter 10 – Information sheets
Chapter 11 – Forms
Chapter 12 – Catholic key words
Forms for DBS, Activities and Allegation/Concerns
CSAS Procedures Manual
Allegation, or concern about child or vulnerable adult
If an allegation or concern is raised, please follow:
Quick guide to responding to concerns or allegations of abuse of children and adults at risk
Please find the links below to all the forms required if there is a concern about a child or vulnerable adult, or an allegation is made. Click on the link for each form – you will then be given the option to open a Word or a PDF version. As well as referring any incidents to the Safeguarding Co-ordinator, please consider if this needs to be reported immediately to the police or your local Adult/Children Social Care service.
CM1 Case Referral Form
CM2 Case Recording Log
Quick guide to responding to concerns or allegations of abuse of children and adults at risk
Please find the links below to all the forms required if there is a concern about a child or vulnerable adult, or an allegation is made. Click on the link for each form – you will then be given the option to open a Word or a PDF version. As well as referring any incidents to the Safeguarding Co-ordinator, please consider if this needs to be reported immediately to the police or your local Adult/Children Social Care service.
CM1 Case Referral Form
CM2 Case Recording Log
Children's Liturgy Forms / Activities involving Children
Please use the document Creating a Safer environment to ensure that any activities involving Children and Young people have been careful considered, and appropriate safeguarding mechanisms have been put in place.
All the forms required to support Children’s liturgy, or any activity involving children and young people can be found below. Click on the link for each form – you will then be given the option to open a Word or a PDF version.
The safeguarding department also offers specific training for children’s liturgy catechists, please contact the Safeguarding Department, on 0151 522 1043 or safeguarding@rcaol.org.uk for more information. dvisor
For information on risk assessments, please contact Kevin Harvey, Health and Safety Advisor, on 0151 522 1000 for advice on conducting a risk assessment.
CASE 2 - Application for Approval of Events and Activities with Children and Young People
CASE 4 Parental Consent for an Activity
CASE 5 Session Recording Sheet
CASE 6 Incident Report Form
PHOTO 1 Consent to the Safe Use of Images
All the forms required to support Children’s liturgy, or any activity involving children and young people can be found below. Click on the link for each form – you will then be given the option to open a Word or a PDF version.
The safeguarding department also offers specific training for children’s liturgy catechists, please contact the Safeguarding Department, on 0151 522 1043 or safeguarding@rcaol.org.uk for more information. dvisor
For information on risk assessments, please contact Kevin Harvey, Health and Safety Advisor, on 0151 522 1000 for advice on conducting a risk assessment.
CASE 2 - Application for Approval of Events and Activities with Children and Young People
CASE 4 Parental Consent for an Activity
CASE 5 Session Recording Sheet
CASE 6 Incident Report Form
PHOTO 1 Consent to the Safe Use of Images
Safer Recruitment (DBS)
As part of its commitment to ensuring that children, young people and adults are kept safe from harm, the Catholic Church in England and Wales will apply robust selection and appointment processes to anybody who is applying to work or minister within the Church in a role which gives them direct access to children or adults. Please see the CSAS Chapter on Safer Recruitment and Flowchart - Safe Recruitment of New Volunteers
Please find the links below to all the forms required for completion of a DBS check. Click on the link for each form – you will then be given the option to open a Word or a PDF version.
DBS 1 Volunteer Registration Form
DBS 2 Volunteer Reference Proforma
DBS 3a confirmation of identity- applicants from the UK or EEA & volunteers from outside the UK or EEA
Online Update Service Consent Form (OPTIONAL BUT RECOMMENDED)
CASE 1 - Written Agreement for Volunteers
Code of Conduct for volunteers
Please find the links below to all the forms required for completion of a DBS check. Click on the link for each form – you will then be given the option to open a Word or a PDF version.
DBS 1 Volunteer Registration Form
DBS 2 Volunteer Reference Proforma
DBS 3a confirmation of identity- applicants from the UK or EEA & volunteers from outside the UK or EEA
Online Update Service Consent Form (OPTIONAL BUT RECOMMENDED)
CASE 1 - Written Agreement for Volunteers
Code of Conduct for volunteers