During the review of visual face-to-face observations for the holding and detox cells, the welfare checks were consistently over the 30 minute requirement. This inspector reviewed multiple round sheets were the welfare checks exceeded the 30 minute requirement by as few as 1 minute up to 20 minutes.
During review of face to face observations documentation for the Special Observation Sheets due to suicide concern, mental health concern or general health concerns, the staff exceeded the self-imposed 5, 15, 30 and other time check requirement(s). This inspector reviewed multiple round sheets were the welfare checks exceeded the selfimposed time limits by as few as 1 minute up to 11 minutes.