New CAMHS inpatient Unit installs a whole range of locksets, window restrictors and anti-barricade door systems

Opened in January 2020, this new CAMHS inpatient facility consists of a 9-bed General Adolescent Unit (GAU) and 4-bed Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), providing care and support to young people across Hull. Named ‘Inspire’ after a public competition run by the Trusts own charity, Health Stars, the unit is the result of a multi-million pound investment designed to cut the length of inpatient stays and lead to better outcomes for young people.

Care Provider: Humber Teaching NHS Trust
Project type: New Build
Mental Health discipline: Childhood and Adolescent Mental Health Services unit.
Architect: Gilling Dod

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The Challenge

The Trust wanted to create a welcoming, familiar environment for young people without compromising on safety. They aimed to provide patient autonomy and a sense of independence, so patients could access their bedroom space freely, while staff have confidence in override methods to gain reliable emergency access.

It was also fundamental that the windows gave patients had fresh air and natural light, whilst maintaining patients’ safety.

The Solution

Working with ironmongery partner RB Architectural Hardware, we supplied our full range of anti-ligature and anti-barricade door components.

Our mechanical 5-way SOS locksets were also chosen, giving patients autonomy and a sense of independence and giving staff the ability to override the lock in emergency situations – even if it’s been tampered with. The emergency T-bar then gives staff leverage to pull the door open.

Patients are able to access their bedroom space freely with our anti-ligature wristbands.

Staff are able to instantly adjust user permissions using our access control management software – balancing patient empowerment with safety and security.

Our 3-part anti-ligature window restrictors were also installed.

Over 75 of our restrictors were installed to make sure the wards were safe and secure for patients. The restrictors also maximise natural light and fresh air.