Post on 31-Dec-2015
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Hoarding Disorder
Introduction
• Fire & Rescue Services throughout the UK have reported incidents where Hoarding has affected firefighting operations.
• Hoarding may be encountered during a Home Fire Safety Check or at an incident.
• Identifying Hoarding Behaviour can be subjective as what it means to have a cluttered home can vary from person to person.
• To overcome this a risk assessment has been developed by psychologist specialising in the treatment of hoarding disorder.
Clutter Image Rating Risk Assessment
• Select which image best matches the clutter in each room.
• Unless the property is a one room flat, a single room should not be used in isolation.
• This should not be used in consultation with the person displaying hoarding disorder.
Actions to take
• Levels 2-4 Carryout a HFSC giving specific advice around reducing the fire risks associated with hoarding behaviour.
• Levels 5-9 Carryout a HFSC, as above. Discuss options with the resident regarding a referral to a partner agency for help with managing their hoarding behaviour. Inform Controls Mobilisation Queries.
• For all levels provide Self Help leaflet.
• When hoarding disorder puts them or others at risk at Safeguarding referral should be made.
What can we do?
• Provide advise on Fire Safety• Keeping escape routes clear• Provide smoke alarms and safety
equipment• Aqua-mist sprinkler system • Sign posting