Digital Delivery

DofE Activities — Online

Online delivery needs strong safeguarding, data protection, and engagement controls. This assessment outlines risks and mitigations for virtual DofE sessions, webinars, and digital submissions.

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Risk assessment approach DofE in-person

Safeguarding controls

All sessions hosted on approved platforms with waiting rooms and screen sharing controls.
Two adults present in youth sessions; recordings kept only where justified and communicated.
Clear behaviour expectations, chat moderation, and rapid escalation for any inappropriate content.

Privacy & data handling

Participant details are limited to what is necessary; files are shared via secure storage with time-limited links. Personal data is handled in line with the Privacy Policy and Data Retention schedule.

Technical readiness

Facilitators test connections, accessibility features, and backup dial-in options before sessions. Contingency plans cover platform outages and redirect participants to approved alternatives.