Safeguarding Children Kirsten Lamb
My story
What we have tried to achieve in training in practices Basic awareness of safeguarding children Knowing what to do if you suspect abuse Understanding risk factors and knowing what to do with them! How to share information legally and safely Understanding the child safeguarding process after referral Knowing how to contribute to case conferences Having robust practice policies in place
Advice for GPs in St Albans Harpenden and Hertsmere The number of occasions advice sought per year
The practices that have contacted for advice
The person who contacted for advice
Types of advice sought
Age of the affected child
Type of advice given
Summary This has summarised some of the work that I have done as a named GP My story hopefully emphasises the importance of safeguarding children awareness for GPs The press constantly reminds us – this is Daniel Pelka