Safeguarding training
Alongside awareness-raising events, we also regularly run training sessions, both in-person and as e-learning courses, for rail staff covering topics such as spotting vulnerability, identifying possible county lines activity and assessing the most appropriate responses to risks.
Participants who complete our in-person training become Safeguarding Champions, who are committed to safeguarding vulnerable children and young people on the railways.
Dave Bentley, Learning, Development and Participation Manager, said: “We work closely with rail professionals and BTP by providing training, advocacy and support to improve safeguarding on the rail network and apply modern approaches from within the industry.
"Sessions include understanding roles and responsibilities around safeguarding on rail, how to spot vulnerability and make referrals, contextual safeguarding and best practice as a Champion.”
We also offer Mental Health First Aid training to rail professionals who have an active interest in improving mental health in the workplace and wider industry.
To date, over 400 staff across 18 train companies, local authorities and rail industry organisations have taken part in our training, with many more sessions booked in.
Working together across the railway family – with railway staff, BTP and members of the public – we remain committed to ensuring the railway becomes a safer space for vulnerable young people.
