Week 7 (A) : Policing domestic violence 2 Flashcards
What are the key components of the UK risk-led approach in addressing domestic violence?
Risk identification
Risk assessment
Risk management
What are the four steps involved in a risk-led approach to Domestic Violence and Abuse (DVA)?”
- Classification as domestic abuse
- Identification of risk factors
- Assessment of risk level
- Management of risk
What are the key components of a risk-led approach to Domestic Violence and Abuse (DVA)?
- Developing risk tools (e.g. DASH) based on a particular analysis of the problem
- Structuring professional judgment
- Linking tools to interventions (e.g. IDVAs, MARACs)
- Facilitating partnership work amongst key agencies
What challenges contribute to the uneven recognition of incidents as domestic abuse ?
Classification as domestic abuse
Uneven recognition of incidents as domestic abuse
* When mixed with other vulnerabilities
* When familial
* When non-violent
‘Cuffing’ of incidents
What does DASH mean
- DASH (Domestic Abuse, Stalking Honour-Based Violence)
***How is DASH, used in the context of domestic violence and abuse?
It is a risk identification tool implemented across England and Wales in 2009,
consisting of 27 questions to assess the risk of further domestic violence and abuse.
This process is a frontline activity conducted by various agencies.
What challenges are associated with the application of DASH in identifying risk factors for domestic violence?
The challenges include uneven application, particularly in certain situations like “NCDV” (No Current Domestic Violence) and “verbal only,” as well as with certain types of people. Additionally, there is a blurred distinction between risk identification and risk assessment.
***What is a significant issue associated with risk assessment in domestic abuse situations?
Problematically, risk assessment is primarily a frontline activity.
What factors constitute the “small constellation” that informs police perceptions of domestic abuse, according to Robinson, Pinchesky & Guthrie (2016)?
The “small constellation” includes the use of a weapon, strangulation, injury from physical assault, and the escalation of abuse.
In the study by Robinson, Pinchesky & Guthrie (2016), what aspect does it explore regarding the importance of various risk factors for domestic abuse?
The study investigates how British and American police officers rate the importance of different risk factors for domestic abuse.
***What is the nature of a risk assessment in the context of domestic abuse,
A specialist decision with important implications for service delivery
What is a concern related to the use of DASH in risk assessment?
DASH plays a relatively small part in a ‘true’ risk assessment.
***What does the term “Risk management” refer to in the context of domestic abuse?
Risk management involves activities undertaken by different agencies to reduce the likelihood of further victimization.
What are some challenges associated with the “Management of risk” in the context of domestic abuse?
“Doing something” based on risk, but few options for victims not considered high risk
Process-driven
Challenges of joint working
MARACs struggling with demand
