Safety

Arrival and reception

Detainees travelling to and arriving at the facility are treated with respect and care. Risks are identified and acted on. Induction is comprehensive.

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Safeguarding adults and personal safety

The facility promotes the welfare of all detainees and protects them from all kinds of harm and neglect. The facility provides a safe environment which reduces the risk of self-harm and suicide. Detainees are protected from bullying and victimisation, and force is only used as a last resort and for legitimate reasons.

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Safeguarding children

The facility promotes the welfare of children and protects them from all kinds of harm and neglect.

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Legal rights

Detainees are fully aware of and understand their detention, following their arrival at the facility and on release. Detainees are supported by the facility staff to freely exercise their legal rights.

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Leadership and management of safety

Safety outcomes for detainees are supported by effective leadership and management.

Find out more about our expectations for leadership and management of safety.