Online Safety Act 2023 Compliance Self-Assessment

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1. Digital Risk GovernanceThis section assesses whether digital safeguarding is understood, owned and overseen at senior level. It evaluates board accountability, risk management integration, and whether online harm is treated as a strategic governance issue rather than an operational afterthought. Tick all statements that apply to your organisation
We (your organisation) have completed a documented digital or online harm risk assessment within the last 12 months
Responsibility for online safety is formally assigned to a senior leader
Digital safeguarding is included in your corporate risk register
The board/senior leadership receive regular safeguarding reports
Online risks are reviewed following incidents or emerging threats
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2. Reporting & EscalationThis section reviews how safely and easily individuals can raise concerns. It evaluates the clarity, accessibility and effectiveness of your reporting channels, response procedures, and documentation practices. Tick all statements that apply to your organisation
Individuals can report online harm confidentially or anonymously
We have a clearly documented escalation pathway for digital harm incidents
Response times for safeguarding reports are defined and monitored
Online harm incidents are logged and auditable
External support services are clearly signposted when needed
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3. Protection of Children & Vulnerable UsersThis section examines whether enhanced safeguards are in place where children or vulnerable individuals may be affected. It assesses awareness, training, moderation controls and safeguarding review processes. Tick all statements that apply to your organisation
We have identified whether children or vulnerable users interact with our services
Enhanced safeguarding measures are in place where required
Staff are trained to recognise online grooming, coercion or exploitation
Moderation or filtering controls are documented where applicable
Safeguarding procedures are reviewed at least annually
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4. Harm Prevention & ModerationThis section evaluates whether your organisation proactively identifies and mitigates risks such as harassment, hate speech, exploitation and image-based abuse. It focuses on prevention, monitoring and structured response. Tick all statements that apply to your organisation
We proactively assess risks relating to online harassment or abuse
Harmful or abusive behaviours are monitored for repeat patterns
Staff have clear guidance on responding to online abuse or hate incidents
Policies address image-based abuse, hate speech and extremist content
Preventative controls are reviewed following incidents
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5. Policy, Training & Culture This section assesses whether digital safeguarding is embedded into organisational culture. It reviews policy strength, staff confidence, training coverage and the promotion of safe digital behaviour. Tick all statements that apply to your organisation
We have a documented online safety or digital safeguarding policy
Digital safeguarding is included in staff induction
Refresher safeguarding training is provided regularly
Staff understand how to use reporting systems
Digital wellbeing and safe online behaviour are actively promoted
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Your Compliance Score18–25: Strong Compliance - Digital safeguarding is embedded into governance, reporting and culture. Your organisation demonstrates proactive alignment with expectations under the Online Safety Act 2023. 9-17: Managed Risk - Some safeguarding measures are in place but gaps remain in governance, reporting, or prevention structures. A structured improvement plan is recommended. 0-8: High Risk/Non-Compliance - Your organisation currently demonstrates limited (or none) structured digital safeguarding controls. Immediate review and governance intervention is recommended to reduce compliance and reputational risk.
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