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Safeguarding Children

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

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Safeguarding Children

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  1. Safeguarding Children Kirsten Lamb

  2. My story

  3. 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

  4. Advice for GPs in St Albans Harpenden and Hertsmere • The number of occasions advice sought per year

  5. The practices that have contacted for advice

  6. The person who contacted for advice

  7. Types of advice sought

  8. Age of the affected child

  9. Type of advice given

  10. 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

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