Ligature Risk Assessments
FMS performs Ligature Risk Assessments to identify and document ligature hazards within facilities where patients may be at risk for self-harm. Assessments focus on behavioral health environments, designated safe rooms, and any area used to treat psychiatric or behavioral health patients, supporting a safer physical environment and regulatory readiness.
Why Organizations Choose Ligature Risk Assessments
Organizations rely on Ligature Risk Assessments to reduce risk, protect vulnerable occupants, and demonstrate due diligence. Identifying and prioritizing ligature hazards supports patient safety initiatives, aligns with regulatory expectations, and provides a clear path for remediation planning.
Scope of Assessment
FMS conducts an on-site review of spaces and fixtures to identify potential ligature risks, including but not limited to:
- Patient rooms, bathrooms, and common areas
- Doors, hardware, hinges, closers, tops, and locking components
- Plumbing fixtures, grab bars, and medical gas outlets
- Furniture, beds, televisions, wall-mounted items, and accessories
- Ceilings, sprinklers, smoke detectors, and suspended systems
- Window hardware, treatments, glass, and security features
- Electrical devices, cords, covers, and access points
- Fire protection equipment and emergency devices
Deliverables
- Ligature Risk Assessment Report outlining identified risks and affected locations
- Prioritized recommendations and best practices for mitigation and compliance
