Competences of doctors; police stations Dr Peter Green Warsaw 14/12/2011 THE EUROPEAN NPM PROJECT 7th THEMATIC NPM WORKSHOP on The roles and competences for doctors associated with European NPMs The competences of doctors who work in custody settings: Police Stations Dr Peter Green Forensic Physician, London
Competences of doctors; police stations Dr Peter Green Warsaw 14/12/2011 Over-riding principles: The medical care of the innocent Facilitate human rights: –Right to a equivalent healthcare –Right to humane treatment (no torture or maltreatment) –Right to a fair trial
Competences of doctors; police stations Dr Peter Green Warsaw 14/12/2011 Key elements: Professional independence Knowledge of relevant legislation, and police powers and procedures
Competences of doctors; police stations Dr Peter Green Warsaw 14/12/2011 Standards of practice: Only with consent Maintain confidentiality and privacy Make and maintain good records
Competences of doctors; police stations Dr Peter Green Warsaw 14/12/2011 Competences (1/2): Evaluate and advise concerning General health needs Fitness to be detained Fitness to be interviewed Fitness to be charged/tried
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