Self Harm Minimisation

Self Harm Minimisation building assessments were undertaken as a result of the number of incidents occurring in both open and secure Mental Health facilities. 

The assessments looked at

• Full condition assessment and defect identification
• Visual identification of deleterious / hazardous materials
• The functionality of the building layout
• staff safety and risk assessments
• management of the areas
• Fixtures and fittings (and specification of suitable alternatives). 
• Quality of installation of existing anti-ligature fixtures and fittings
• Plan Appraisals of Proposed New Facilities

The report output, produced in combination with on-site staff was a fully prioritised and costed report, which also identified specific products to reduce the risk of self harming.    Again, the outputs can be included within the Building Condition Database.