Safeguarding Policies
Our Commitment to Safeguarding the Norman Lockyer Observatory Society is fully committed to creating a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for everyone. We recognise that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Whether attending a public open evening, a private observing session, or participating in our online spaces, the welfare and safety of our members, visitors, and volunteers is paramount.
We have adopted comprehensive, proportionate safeguarding policies based on the latest guidelines from the Federation of Astronomical Societies. These ensure that we uphold our duty of care to both children and adults at risk.
Our Policies You can view and download our full safeguarding policies below:
- Safeguarding Children & Young People Policy, Safeguarding Adults at Risk Policy (Physical copies of these documents are also available in the reference library in the NLOS meeting room.)
Safeguarding Contacts If you feel unsafe, have a concern about a member’s behaviour, or are worried about the welfare of a child or adult at risk, please contact our Designated Safeguarding Leads. All concerns are handled sensitively and confidentially.
- Primary Safeguarding Officer (DSL): Alex Rowe Email: alex.r@normanlockyer.com
- Secondary Safeguarding Officer (Deputy DSL): Des Howlett Email: des.h@normanlockyer.com
If a safeguarding concern directly involves the Primary Safeguarding Officer, please contact the Secondary Officer or the Observatory Chairman, David Strange (david.s@normanlockyer.com).
Reporting an Immediate Concern
- Immediate Danger: If someone is in immediate danger or a serious crime is occurring, always call 999.
- Local Authority: You can also report or discuss a concern directly with the Devon Local Authority Children’s Services on 0345 155 1071.
- Local Police (Non-Emergency): 01392 420320 or 101.
Date Adopted – Updated/Reviewed
24:02:2015 – 07.06.2026