Webinar
The role of a best interest assessor and understanding deprivation of liberty safeguards
On Demand
Upcoming Webinar
September 25, 2025 2:00 PM
This session will be a brief overview of the Mental Capacity Act and the amendment of MCA Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.
Learning Outcomes
- Understanding the key principals of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
- Assessing Capacity & the responsibility we have under CQC
- Best Interest decisions
- Liberty protection safeguards and the role of a Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
- Examples of where equipment provision can cause restrictions to an individuals Liberty.
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Mary Snow
Occupational Therapist
Mary has been working as an Occupational Therapist since 2006, initially in community rehabilitation services, then spending much of her time working in community services in Oxfordshire. Within this role she has held a special interest and lead role for postural assessments and equipment provision and is passionate to continue developing her knowledge and skills in 24 hr postural management.