Irene Fitches

1. 1. non-compliant falls policy

   “The present Falls Policy does not comply with NICE Guidelines”

2. 2. incomplete falls policy development

   “Evidence was heard that a Falls Policy was drafted, and a Risk Assessment trialled at the beginning of 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic intervened and delayed its completion”

3. 3. no falls lead appointed

   “There is no person appointed as Falls Lead. The job application has not yet been advertised, although it is recognised that someone is required to lead the Falls process”

4. 4. lack of staff training

   “Staff will need training and the training package has not yet been developed”

5. 5. delayed assisted technology implementation

   “Assisted Technology is being considered to alert staff to movements and the needs of patients. This has not been progressed since October 2021 and is still at an early stage”

No published response was found on judiciary.uk.