Local guidance and frameworks

A risk assessment framework to support risk analysis and SMART action planning in Adult Support and Protection work. Outlines the principles of risk assessment, including the TILS framework (Type of harm, Imminence, Likelihood, Severity of impact) and the Four Ts of risk responses (Treat, Terminate, Transfer, Tolerate).

This multi-agency guidance for managing self-neglect, hoarding and non-engagement provides a framework to complement any single agency protocol or guidance. It includes material on defining the issue, assessment, information sharing, working together to find solutions, and addressing non-engagement with services. The guidance is accompanied by several appendices, including checklists, infograms and pathways.

The Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 defines 'adults at risk' as individuals, aged 16 years or over, who: