Article 68 Duties in relation to the medical care of childrenI1

Without prejudice to his other duties under these rules the director shall put in place and promulgate policies for the management of risk, prevention of suicide and self-harm and shall, without delay, draw the attention of a healthcare officer to any child whose physical or mental health appears to require attention.

The director shall satisfy himself that all members of staff who may be in contact with children are aware of the proper procedures for seeking to identify and for dealing with a child who, for whatever reason, may be regarded as a suicide risk, and shall satisfy himself that these procedures operate effectively.