Risk assessment
A term from the College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice (APP), reproduced under the Open Government Licence with a link back to the authoritative source.
Definition
This process should prioritise the attention of other agencies by signposting them to internal and external referrals, reports and other relevant intelligence.
This definition is drawn from the College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice. For the full operational guidance and current wording, read it at source.
Related terms
Custody Record
A documented account of the detainee's status and actions during their time in custody.
Detainee
A person who is held in custody by law enforcement.
External referral
Used where one agency refers concerns for a child to another agency with an expectation that action is required and that the action will be reviewed.
Health Care Professional (HCP)
A qualified individual responsible for providing medical assessment and treatment.
Internal referral
Used where an individual or unit within a police force has concern for a child and informs the child abuse investigation unit.
PACE
Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984, which provides legal framework for police conduct in custody and searches.
Definition reproduced from the College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice under the Open Government Licence v3.0. See the source link above for the authoritative, current wording.