4.7

Norm 7. An enabling environment for children must be created

4.7.1

Standard: An environment which is conducive and safe for children's wellbeing, growth and development

4.7.2

Outcome: Children feel safe and at home in the organisation

PROGRAMME PRACTICES:

(a)

Service provider must ensure that an enabling environment is created for children’s unconditional acceptance, treatment and interaction in the organisation

(b)

Service providers must ensure that compliance with the National Child Protection and Sexual Offences Register is maintained

(c)

Service provider must ensure that children’s education is given first priority and if they are unable to render such service, to refer children accordingly