Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. At Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service, we adopt a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Ensuring the safety and protection of vulnerable individuals is a fundamental part of our mission.
What is Safeguarding?
Safeguarding involves protecting individuals’ health, well-being, and human rights, ensuring they are safe from abuse and neglect. We recognise the importance of working collaboratively with other safeguarding agencies to reduce risks for those most vulnerable.
Our Commitment
At Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service, safeguarding procedures are in place to protect both our communities and employees. Our role extends beyond fire safety, encompassing safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults to ensure they live free from harm, abuse, and exploitation.
We actively participate in Safeguarding Boards and Partnerships across Gateshead, Newcastle, North Tyneside, South Tyneside, and Sunderland. These partnerships strengthen our safeguarding practices, enhancing support systems that protect adults and children at risk across the region.
We follow six key safeguarding principles to ensure effective protection:
By following these principles, we aim to provide the best possible protection for vulnerable individuals.
Our Procedures
At Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service, we implement comprehensive safeguarding procedures, including:
Report a Safeguarding Concern
If you would like to report a safeguarding concern, please contact your local authority by selecting the appropriate age range and area below. If you have any further queries, you can also contact our Safeguarding Team.
Adults (18+):
Children (Under 18):
Further Resources for Advice and Support