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Discussing safety checks in my home

Use this to prepare a discussion with your provider or advocate. It does not replace an individual risk assessment or legal advice about your arrangements. Download your answers before closing the page.

The proposed check or rule

What is being requested? Which item, room or activity is involved, and how often?

My wishes and the effect on my life

What matters to me? How would this affect my privacy, choices, daily life or costs?

The actual risk and support task

What could happen, who could be harmed, and how does this relate to the work staff do?

The legal requirement or policy

What exact law, guidance or agency policy is being relied on? How does it apply to my arrangements?

Other safe options

What less intrusive options have we considered? Why would they work or not work?

Responsibilities, costs and records

Who arranges, performs and pays for checks? What happens after a problem? Who can see the records?

My decision and the review

What do I agree or disagree with? What support helps me decide? When will this be reviewed?

Essential support while we resolve this

Who is responsible for safe interim arrangements? Who will contact the manager, funder or advocate, and when?

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