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Safe Sport Commission Singapore

Policies And Procedures

What a safeguarding policy is, and why it is important.

Last updated 30 April 2026
WHAT is a safeguarding policy?

A safeguarding policy is a best practice framework for your organisation to:

  • guide and set expectations for interactions between all participants

  • provide clarity on responsibilities for Persons In Authority or in positions of trust

  • set procedures for reporting and responding to incidents

Steps for safeguarding policy include setting ground rules, recruiting right people, upskilling team, raising concerns easily.
WHY this is important?

Having a safeguarding policy reflects an organisation's commitment to:

  • fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment

  • protecting the core values of sport

  • good governance by having robust and reliable systems and processes in place