Curating Space to Grow Paradise Cooperative Charity Wandsworth

POLICIES

GENERAL INFORMATION

At Paradise Cooperative, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of everyone who engages with our community garden is a top priority. As a registered charity (No. 1159176), we adhere to robust policies and procedures to maintain a safe, welcoming, and secure environment for all.

Insurance & Site Security: Our site is fully insured and securely fenced on all sides to ensure safety.
Risk Management: Comprehensive risk assessments are conducted for all activities and locations. Leaders receive training to effectively manage risks.
Facilities: On-site toilet facilities are available. For off-site trips without toilet access, we provide tented toilet facilities.
Recruitment & Safeguarding: We follow strict recruitment procedures, including enhanced DBS checks for all staff. Staff and volunteers working with children are trained in safeguarding and adhere to our Code of Conduct.
First Aid: All staff are first-aid trained, and fully equipped first-aid kits are available on-site.
Tool Use Supervision: Children using tools are always provided with clear instructions and direct supervision.

These measures reflect our commitment to creating a safe, inclusive space where people of all ages can connect with nature, learn, and thrive.

STRATEGIES

Check back soon to see our newly updated policies on Biodiversity, Education and Community Engagement, as well as our Theory of Change – all to be published early 2025.

POLICIES

Below, you can find links to download our key policies, outlining how we ensure safety, inclusivity, and best practices across all our activities.

SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN, YOUNG PEOPLE & VULNERABLE ADULTS

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

WEBSITE TERMS AND PRIVACY

HEALTH & SAFETY

Children are the responsibility of their parents or guardians and should be supervised at all times when on site.
Only assistance dogs are permitted.
We have active bee hives on site, in our apiary which is a fenced area. The apiary should never be entered without permission. In accordance with advice from the British Beekeepers Association, we recommend that anybody at risk of an allergic reaction should bring their medication with them.
Wear appropriate clothing for the weather and for the activity you’ll be doing when visiting.
Surfaces may be uneven, slippery or have obstructions – take care and take your time when moving around the site.
Sometimes there maybe a campfire in our community area. Keep a safe distance and never run in this area.
A small first aid box is available on site and is located in the community kitchen cupboard labelled FIRST AID.