Section 126 Safeguarding Enquiries

Course Outline:

The Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 placed adult safeguarding on a statutory footing. Local Authorities have a duty to make or cause to make an enquiry if a case meets the criteria in Section 126. The Act and accompanying statutory guidance marks a shift away from process driven safeguarding to Making Safeguarding Personal.

This highly practical and interactive two-day course is designed for professionals who are required to conduct the enquiry under Section 126 of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014.

The course follows a ‘live’ fictional safeguarding concern which is delivered through a rolling case study throughout the two days.

Key Learning Outcomes:

  • Explain the duties of the Local Authority and responsibilities of the relevant partners under Section 126 of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014
  • Explain the safeguarding adults process and procedures
  • Articulate how the Social Services and Well-being Act 2014 duties interface with other relevant legislation including the Human Rights Act 1998 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005 with a focus on the tension between autonomy, risk and protection
  • Explain the importance of adopting a Making Safeguarding Personal approach
  • Plan and conduct an enquiry to best practice standards
  • Demonstrate recording notes and records to best practice standards
  • Assess notes and records to formulate a report to best practice standards.

Course Details:

  • Duration and CPD: 2 days | 12 hours
  • In-house course format and fee: Virtual or face-to-face | Call for details

Please call 020 7549 2549 or email info@bondsolon.com to discuss or book an in-house course.