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Trinity U.M. Church Safe Sanctuary Policy (SSP)
In order to provide a safe and healthy environment for children and youth who participate in its programs and activities, Trinity United Methodist Church has developed the policies and procedures contained in this guide. It is the goal of Trinity to provide programs for children and youth which instill Christ-like values and provide opportunities for witness in fulfillment of the Great Commission.
Eight Commandments for Safe Sanctuary
The guiding principles for attaining these goals are outlined in the Eight Commandments for Safe Sanctuary as follows:
To provide a safe and healthy environment in which children and youth can participate in its programs, Trinity United Methodist Church will follow these guidelines:
1. Application/Screening: All staff and volunteers have been approved for work with youth and children
2. Training: All staff and volunteers receive regular training for work with youth and children
3. Supervision: All activities involving youth and children are supervised by 2 or more approved staff and/or volunteers
4. Incidents: All incidents of injury, suspected abuse or neglect shall be reported and investigated
5. Permission: Participation in all Church-related activities, including off-site activities, require written permission by the legal guardian
6. Activity Approval: All Church-related activities, including off-site activities, are approved in advance by SPRC
7. Discipline: In order to provide a safe environment for everyone, disruptive or other inappropriate behavior by staff, volunteers, youth, children or others will not be tolerated in the programs
8. Safety: To promote a healthy physical environment, we will maintain a safe, clean facility
If you would like the full policy in pdf format, click on the following link :
Safe Sanctuary Policy |
