1: Football's safeguarding framework

Overarching policies, procedures and regulations

2: Reporting concerns

The FA referral form and how to report your concerns

3: Safer recruitment and DBS Checks

Recruiting advice, who needs a DBS Check and how to get one

4: Safeguarding training

The FA courses and re-certification

5: The Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO) network

Roles, responsibilities and guidance for those in post

6: Safeguarding in the digital world

Club websites, digital communications with children and staying safe online

7: Children and young people (under-18s)

Children’s rights and guidance for clubs on safeguarding deaf and disabled under-18s

8: Parents and carers

Playing your part – questions you should ask

9: Support for adult survivors

Guidance, support and reporting abuse

10: Safeguarding adults in disability football

11: The complete downloads directory

All the guidance notes in one place

12: Other key safeguarding organisations

Contact information

Their Coach. Their Safety. Your Call.

Before leaving your child in a football environment, never be afraid to ask important questions.

Play Safe

Play Safe is a year-round campaign that amplifies the importance of safeguarding across all levels of the game.