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