Assessments and Investigation Strategies. It is key that the adult at risk is involved from the outset in any investigation strategies (unless doing so would put them at greater risk of harm). Family, friends and other relevant people who are not implicated in any suspected abuse or neglect have an important part to play, especially if the adult at risk lacks capacity. In such cases, the friends or family should be consulted, where practicable, in line with the Mental Capacity Act 2005. The role of Signatory Organisation representatives, their duties and powers will be governed by the relationship of the person that has caused the harm to the adult at risk. Staff and volunteers should be aware of the London Multi Agency Safeguarding Policy and Procedures and be aware of issues regarding abuse, neglect or exploitation. The document recognises variation in terminology between Signatory Organisations regarding adults at risk who may be considered as vulnerable, and that the terms vulnerable adult and adult at risk are used interchangeably. Managers of Signatory Organisations have a key role in the management and coordination of information in response to a Safeguarding Adult Concern.
Assessments and Investigation Strategies. It is key that the adult at risk is involved from the outset in any investigation strategies (unless doing so would put them at greater risk of harm). Family, friends and other relevant people who are not implicated in any crime have an important part to play especially if the person lacks capacity. In these cases, the friends or family should be consulted in line with the Mental Xxxxxxxx Xxx 0000. The role of agency representatives, their duties and powers will be governed by the relationship of the person that has caused the harm to the adult at risk. Staff and volunteers should be aware of the London Multi Agency Safeguarding Policy and Procedures (2015) and be aware of issues regarding abuse, neglect or exploitation. The document recognises variance in terminology between agencies regarding adults at risk who may be considered as vulnerable, and that the terms vulnerable adult and adult at risk are used interchangeably. Managers of organisations have a key role in the management and coordination of information in response to a Safeguarding Adult Concern.
