GMA106 Safety Checking Procedures

This Safety Checking Procedure provides a clear, written process for safety checking all children’s workers before employment or engagement begins, in line with the requirements of the Children’s Act 2014 and NZ ECE Licensing Criterion GMA106.

Designed for organisations that work with or around children, this document outlines exactly what checks must be completed, when they must occur, and how they should be recorded, helping you demonstrate compliance with confidence.

What this document covers:

• A step-by-step safety checking process for children’s workers

• Requirements for pre-employment and pre-engagement checks

• Guidance on identity verification, police vetting, reference checks, and risk assessment

• Clear allocation of responsibility for completing and reviewing checks

• Record-keeping expectations to support audits and reviews

Why you need it:

• Meets the mandatory safety checking requirements of the Children’s Act 2014

• Reduces risk by ensuring checks are completed before a worker starts

• Saves time by providing a ready-to-use, professionally written procedure

• Suitable for ECE services, schools, NGOs, clubs, and any organisation employing or engaging children’s workers

This document can be implemented as-is or adapted to suit your organisation’s structure and policies.