Custody

Question 1

What information should be recorded in the Electronic Custody Module (ECM)

Answer 1

The reason for the detention
Whether the person can be bailed or released
Risk information
Any special care required

Question 2

If a detainee is identified as a suicide risk what item of clothing might you give them?

Answer 2

A tear resistant gown

Question 3

What are the three categories of care?

Answer 3

Not in need of specific care
Care and frequent monitoring
Care and constant monitoring

Question 4

What actions should you take for levels of consciousness?

Answer 4

Alert: able to have a conversation

Drowsy or confused - responds to voice and able to reply - may need assistance to walk

Partially responsive - responds to pain only

Unresponsive - does not respond to stimuli

Question 5

What is the time interval for monitoring check for no specific care

Answer 5

At least every two hours

Question 6

What is the time interval for monitoring check for frequent monitoring

Answer 6

At least 5 times per hour

Question 7

What is the time interval for monitoring check for constant monitoring

Answer 7

Directly observed without interruption

Question 8

What is the maximum period of detention under the Mental Health Act 1992

Answer 8

6 hours from the time of initial detention

Question 9

Section 11 Search and Surveillance Act

Answer 9

A search of a person who is or is about to be locked up

Question 10

Types of checks

Answer 10

Observation check: observe through a cell view port to check the detainees well-being. If unable to confirm this, complete a verbal check

Verbal check: verbally rouse the detainee to establish well-being and if there is no response complete a physical check

Physical check: enter the cell and establish well-being

Question 11

Section 151 of the Crimes Act 1961

Answer 11

Police duty to provide necessaries and protect from injury

Question 12

MOAH

Answer 12

Remove the Means
Reduce the Opportunity
Reduce the Anxiety
Manage the Health