Observance of Islamic Calendar & Special Prayer Provision
This criterion evaluates the organization's commitment to accurately observing the Islamic calendar (Hijri) and providing high-quality, safe, and inclusive facilities for special prayers (Eid, Tarawih, Eclipse, Istisqa). It requires a documented 'Madhhab/Authority Alignment Statement' to manage fiqh variations and an 'Adab al-Ikhtilaf' (ethics of disagreement) policy to ensure communal harmony. The organization must implement a robust 'Event Pack' methodology for high-attendance gatherings, covering capacity modelling, crowd flow, and specific statutory compliance with UK safety laws (Fire Safety Order 2005, HASAWA 1974). It assesses the provision of accessible spaces with parity for women (monitored by a Female Services Lead) and specific adjustments for disabilities. Effective communication is governed by a strict SLA for announcements and full UK GDPR/PECR compliance (including RoPA and DPIA triggers). Environmental stewardship is operationalized through measurable waste and resource targets.
- Does the organization have a documented 'Decision Log & SLA' for calendar announcements?
- Is there a 'Madhhab/Authority Alignment Statement' and specific SOPs for Eid, Tarawih, and other special prayers?
- Can the organization produce a current Fire Risk Assessment and 'Event Pack' (capacity/flow plan) for the most recent Eid?
- Is there a named Female Services Lead and evidence of parity checks for women's facilities?
- Are safeguarding and GDPR controls (RoPA, DPIA, DBS) fully documented and operational?
- Calendar Decision Log and SLA document.
- Madhhab/Authority Alignment Statement and Prayer SOPs.
- Event Pack for recent Eid (Capacity plan, Steward briefing, Risk Assessment).
- Fire Risk Assessment and Fire Drill logs.
- Access Audit report and Accessibility Improvement Plan.
- GDPR RoPA and Safeguarding Policy with DBS register.
- Post-event feedback report including women's and disabled users' feedback.
| Level | Rating | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5/5 | Exemplary. Full 'Event Pack' implementation, documented user-testing for accessibility, zero-waste targets met, and proactive education. Recognized as a model for safety and inclusion. |
| 4 | 4/5 | Strong. Consistent calendar SLA adherence, comprehensive SOPs for all prayers, full statutory compliance (Fire/H&S/GDPR), and high-quality women's/disability facilities. |
| 3 | 3/5 | Adequate. Formal calendar process exists. Special prayers are safe and organized with basic risk assessments and safeguarding. Women's space is adequate but may lack full parity. |
| 2 | 2/5 | Limited. Ad-hoc calendar announcements. Basic prayer provision but lacks documented SOPs, formal safety logs, or specific accessibility plans. |
| 1 | 1/5 | Negligible. Reactive planning, no formal risk assessments, poor facilities, or lack of clear authority on calendar/prayer times. |