SAFE CENTRE POLICY

  • Everyone is to be treated with respect – regardless of difference.
  • Everyone is responsible for keeping a safe and welcoming Environment for all who use the Centre – be aware of those around you, including children.
  • Alcohol and Recreational Drugs are not to be brought onto or consumed on the premises – People under influence of these are not allowed into the Centre.
  • Violence is unacceptable in ALL circumstances. 
  • No weapons are to brought into the Centre in any circumstances. 
  • No Animals are allowed to be brought to the Centre; except guide dogs, as some people are uncomfortable around them.
  • There is a ‘No Smacking’ policy in all parts of the Centre - We also work to a Child Protection Policy which is available for all to read on request.
  • Peanuts are not allowed onto the premises because of people with allergies.
  • Anyone who is found to be intimidating, aggressive, disturbing to others or breeching the Safe Centre policy will be asked to stop and may be asked to leave the Centre – police assistance will be sought if necessary.
  • If you know/suspect that you or one of your children has a highly infectious/contagious condition please seek medical/advice before coming to the Centre.
  • Report all hazards and incidents to the Day Coordinator (whose name is on the whiteboard in Main Area) as soon as possible. The Co-ordinator is responsible for upholding the Safe Centre Policy.
  • Please keep your valuables with you as BUCFP cannot be held responsible for any losses