Adult Protection

The 3 Point Test

If you think you know someone who is being harmed, or at risk of being harmed, you must create an ASP Referral.

An Adult at Risk is defined by the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 via "The 3 Point Test" is someone who:

1. is an adult aged 16 or over who is unable to protect themselves from someone harming them, or from exploitation and neglect, or to safeguard their own wellbeing, property, rights or other interests
2. and is at risk of harm
3. and because they are affected by disability, mental disorder, illness or physical or mental infirmity, is more vulnerable to being harmed than adults who are not so affected.

All three of the above criteria must be met.

Local and national policies and procedures exist which apply whenever abuse is suspected, or has occurred, and where specific action is required by statutory agencies to ensure the protection of the person.

If you're unsure of the support you need, or unsure how to support someone else, please reach out.