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Do I need to wear PPE for escorted leave? There is additional guidance for people with learning disabilities and autism – staff may need to hold a service user’s hand in this instance.
Escorted leave is being closely monitored and in most cases will only be accessed if social distancing can be maintained. However, in exceptional circumstances where staff are required to hold a service user’s hand as part of their management and care plan (for instance in …
Do staff have to wear full PPE supporting patients taking 1 hour exercise out of the grounds in the local area?
No.
We are allowed to leave the unit once a day. Does this include the twice weekly visit to the shop for provisions?
No.