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.
Compliance 3
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Compliance with Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and HASAWA 1974.Legal/Safety Essential
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UK GDPR/PECR compliance (RoPA, DPIA, Consent).Data Protection Essential
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Safeguarding controls (Lost child, DBS, supervision) per Vulnerable Groups Act 2006.Safeguarding Essential
Good 4
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Documented 'Decision Log & SLA' for calendar announcements.Governance Essential
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Publication of 'Madhhab/Authority Alignment Statement' and prayer SOPs.Religious Compliance Essential
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Use of 'Event Pack' (capacity, flow, dry-runs) for major gatherings.Operations Essential
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Appointment of Female Services Lead and parity checks for women's facilities.Inclusion Essential
Better 4
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Pre-event user testing with disabled and female congregants.Inclusion High
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Real-time digital calendar feeds and automated notifications.Technology Medium
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Protect Duty (Martyn's Law) readiness checks for large crowds.Safety High
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Measurable waste diversion and plastic reduction targets.Sustainability Medium