2018

Noted (AI summary) The HSE clarifies the meaning of 'secure' in the WISH WASTE 25 guidance, stating that it requires a risk assessment to determine appropriate measures to prevent bin access, but does not mandate a specific type of lock. They emphasize liaison between waste producers and collectors. The ESA has been raising awareness of the dangers of people in waste containers since 2009 through various means, including the press, a cross-sector steering group, a safety week, a safety alert to members, and contribution to the WISH Waste 25 guidance. CIWM has produced imagery promoting the use of WASTE25 guidance and encourages waste producers and waste collectors to check the bins while filling and unloading, which has been shared on social media. CIWM will aim to write an article for the CIWM journal / website to promote the ‘People in Bins’ Steering Group and call for volunteer waste collection companies to get involved by providing data to mirror the 2014 report by February 2019. The LGA will include an item on the risk of death and injury in large bins in relevant LGA bulletins and updates to councils to raise awareness at a national level.

Noted (AI summary) The CCG will be meeting the local authority to address differences in opinion regarding provision of services for alcohol, drug and substance misuse and homelessness. The Clinical network is currently providing support to review and plan services and the IST will be asked to provide support in December 2018. The CCG provides background and context on mental health commissioning, including funding increases, but does not explicitly state actions taken or planned in direct response to the concerns raised in the report.

Noted (AI summary) The Department acknowledges the concerns but states that the issue falls under the remit of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Kendal Calling appointed Ground Control, an event production company, as their Health and Safety advisor after the incident. The HSE will raise awareness of the incident with industry stakeholders, emphasizing adherence to event safety guidance regarding overhead power lines.

Noted (AI summary) The Department acknowledges the issue of appropriately trained and resourced social care services and highlights initiatives such as Enhanced Health in Care Home Vanguards and the development of Integrated Care Systems.

Noted (AI summary) The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) consulted NICE, who advised that existing guidelines on VTE prophylaxis and management are adequate and do not require amendment.

Noted (AI summary) The DHSC acknowledges the lack of a statutory process for recording consent to medication for voluntary mental health patients. They state that the Trust will implement additional safeguards, including pharmacist reviews of medications and capacity assessments, with concerns raised to the responsible clinician and clinical director. The CQC notes the concerns but states some relate to specific circumstances so they are unable to comment, but intends to follow through some areas of concern in more detail during an inspection later in the year.