Post incident support

10.1   The physical and emotional wellbeing of the person and others involved in the incident is paramount.  

In-House Services 

Support for the adults using our services 

10.2   We know that the use of restraint can be distressing. 

10.3   We should allow the person enough time to recover and return to their baseline behaviour with their bespoke strategies included in the plan, or what is suitable at the time of the incident.  

10.4   Through mutual understanding and open communications, we will ensure the person:

• Has the opportunity to express how they feel about the incident using their preferred method of communication
• Is provided with other support if needed

10.5    The staff will: 

• Continue to monitor for signs of post incident trauma
• Refer the adult to the Community Learning Disabilities team or the Positive Behavioural Support Service as appropriate if there are changes in the adult’s behaviour or possible signs of trauma

Support for our staff 

10.6   We are aware that witnessing behavioural incidents and / or receiving or applying restrictive interventions can be stressful and distressing. We will provide post incident support will be provided to everyone affected. 

10.7   We will: 

• As soon as is practical after the incident: 
  • Provide physical and emotional support to meet immediate needs
  • Carry out a debrief with everyone involved in the incident. Debriefs may be informal or formal, individual and / or team based. An initial debrief (even if. Informal) to ensure staff welfare must be carried out within 72 hours of the incident
• Continue to monitor the staff members concerned for signs of post incident trauma
• Make a referral to Occupational Health Services and / or Health Assured where there are concerns about the staff member