Safeguarding Children Policy

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2. Scope


The following terms are used for the purposes of this Policy:

  • “library” or “libraries” means:
    • any Libraries Tasmania public library location
    • the Reading Room, Allport Gallery and other public spaces in the State Library Building at 91 Murray Street, Hobart
  • “staff” refers to Libraries Tasmania paid staff and volunteers
  • “younger child” or “younger children” refers to children aged 0-11 years
  • “older child” or “older children” refers to children aged 12-17 years
  • “parent” refers to a child’s mother or father, primary carer, guardian or any responsible adult or family member entrusted with the child’s supervision.