Parishes typically see a large number of people move through their facilities in any given week. Although some of these people will be there for non-church activities (i.e. the local parents group) they still have a right to be protected under health and safety legislation. Likewise, the Presbyterian Church has its own processes for screening of people for pastoral appointments and working with children. Below are a series of links to resources for parishes to ensure they are meeting their responsibilities:
www.presbyterianworkingsafe.org.nz
Download the supervision guidelines for further information.
Download the safety and protection document for further information.
Download the Safety in Children's Ministry document for further information.
Visit the preparing for a pandemic webpage for further information.
For further information please contact Juliette Bowater