Protection of children, youth, and vulnerable adults is a priority here at Ferndale.  This means:

• • ·       Zero tolerance for abuse

    ·      Documented policies and procedures (available upon request from the church office)

    ·       Screening of staff, ministry leaders, and workers

    ·      Police vulnerable sector checks completed

    ·       Annual training 

    ·       Mandatory reporting of incidents

    ·      Plan to Protect coordinator who is accountable to the church board and responsible for monitoring adherence to the policy and procedures