Staying Safe Online

The Sport Ireland Staying Safe Online resource is web based information and guidance tool on internet safety predominately aimed at parents/guardians/coaches. The resource provides detailed content on all aspects of online safety which is contained in two main categories which are:

• Need to know
  • Age restrictions
  • Bullying
  • Decoy Apps
  • Passwords
  • Sexting

• Social Media
  • Facebook/Facebook buzzwords
  • Gaming
  • Instagram/Instagram Buzzwords
  • Snapchat/Snapchat Buzzwords

The resource also contains a digital test section which allows users to test their knowledge on what they have learned. Upon successful completion of the test users will be awarded a digital certificate.

The resource also has a general information section which contains a number of sub-sections which include:

• Useful contacts
• Statutory contacts
• Resources
• Help