Page 1 of 2 HTBB Staff and Volunteers Behaviour Protocols HTBB is committed to the safety and well - being of all its members, including children, young people, volunteers and staff. This Behaviour Protocol outlines the standards all HTBB staff and volunteers are expected to observe. These protocols complement HTBB's Safeguarding Policy towards promoting a safer church. As a church community member, each volunteer is responsible for fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment for all. Thus , every staff and volunteer serving at HTBB is responsible for safeguarding the church community, particularly children, young people and vulnerable adults. Hence, all HTBB staff and volunteers should demonstrate the following behaviour protocols: Acceptable behaviour: • Maintain the utmost integrity – honesty, transparency, consistency and accountability are key. • Always act inclusively, seeking to make everyone feel welcome and valued, treating people with care and concern • Create and maintain an environment that prevents sexual exploitation and abuse and promotes the implementation of these Behaviour Protocols. • Always be mindful of perception and appearance in language, actions, and physical clothing (modest and appropriate). Our behaviour – including in person and on digital platforms, both online and offline – demonstrates respect for children and adults and their rights. • When possible and practical, always follow the "two adults" rule to avoid being placed in a compromising or vulnerable position while serving children, young people and vulnerable adults. • Always be accountable for our response to a child, young people, and vulnerable adults' behaviour, even if a person behaves in an inappropriate manner (i.e., any sexual connotations or abusive behaviours) • Always comply with safeguarding - related investigations (internal and external) and make available any evidence for the investigations. • Immediately report through established reporting mechanisms any known or suspected safeguarding incident. Refer to HTBB Safeguarding Policy for Reporting Protocols. Unacceptable behaviour: • Do not behave inappropriately that is perceived or appears as an abuse of power and responsibility of your role. Inherently unequal power dynamics will potentially lead to safeguarding concerns. This includes spiritual abuse, which is characterised by a systematic pattern of coercive and controlling behaviour justified through the use of biblical teaching. • Do not behave in an inappropriate physical manner or develop a sexual relationship with a child (under 18 years old), including consenting or condoning the above behaviour. This also includes behaviour that could be seen as grooming a child for a future in appropriate relationship. • Do not use any language or exploitative behaviour with sexual, abusive, or degrading behaviour. • Do not promise to keep something secret if it is about a person being harmed or at risk of harm, but report to the Safeguarding Officer immediately or the Local Authorities. There are two circumstances when we must pass on the information disclosed to us: o If someone is at risk of significant harm to themselves or others. o If a crime has been or may have been committed. If unsure, always consult the Head of Ministry or Safeguarding Officers. Page 2 of 2 More information on Behaviour Protocols specifically for volunteers working with children, young people and vulnerable adults can be found in the following: • CHTBB Volunteers Behaviour Protocols • HTBB Youth Coaches Behaviour Protocols • HTBB Safeguarding Handbook SELF DECLARATION (Click here to sign Self Declaration on e - form ) • I declare that I have not been investigated for any breach of the law, nor have any criminal records. (Especially child abuse – sexual, physical or emotional abuse). • I declare that I have not withheld any information that would affect my suitability to work with children, young people and vulnerable adults. • I declare that I have read, understood and will abide by o HTBB Safeguarding Policy o HTBB Staff and Volunteers Safeguarding Behaviour Protocols o HTBB Safeguarding Handbook • I pledge to abide by the behaviour protocols and will be held responsible for any misconduct. I am a HTBB: ☐ Staff ☐ Volunteer Signature: ______________________________________ Date: __________________________________ Full Name (According to NRIC or Passport): _____________________________________________ Identification Number (NRIC or Passport): _____________________________________________ _ Email address: ____________________________________________ _ Contact Number: ___________________________________________