Anti-Ligature Compliance Services
Protecting patients in mental health and acute healthcare environments through rigorous load release testing, maintenance, and certification.
The UK's Anti-Ligature Compliance Specialists Annual load release testing, maintenance, and certification for healthcare environments
Anti-ligature compliance is one of the most critical safety requirements in healthcare. From curtain tracks and blinds to grab rails and fixtures, every load release product in your estate must be correctly installed, properly maintained, and tested regularly to meet HBN 00-10 standards and best practice guidelines.
Protects Plus has been delivering anti-ligature compliance services since our foundation. We work with NHS Trusts, private healthcare providers, and mental health units across the UK, helping estates and facilities teams protect patients and demonstrate compliance with confidence.
Our Anti-Ligature Services From testing through to remedial works – everything you need to stay compliant
Load Release Testing
Annual load release testing on all anti-ligature fixtures, applying controlled loads to verify each product releases at the correct threshold.
Approved for Yewdale
As the sole approved testing partner for Yewdale's Kestrel anti-ligature range, we bring unrivalled expertise in curtain track systems across mental health and acute settings.
Blinds and Privacy Products
Testing and certification of all load release blind systems, ensuring they meet manufacturer specifications and HBN requirements.
Ligature Point Audits
Comprehensive audits across your estate, identifying potential risks from fixtures, fittings, furniture, and building fabric.
Remedials & Installation
When testing identifies issues, we fix them. Our teams carry out remedial works, replacements, and new installations.
Certification & Documents
Every test and inspection fully documented and accessible through your Protects Plus portal.
Sectors We Support
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Mental Health Units
Anti-ligature compliance is most critical in mental health settings where patients may be at risk of self-harm. We understand the unique challenges of these environments and work sensitively alongside clinical teams.
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Acute Hospitals
Ligature risks aren't confined to mental health. A&E departments, assessment units, and general wards all require appropriate anti-ligature measures – particularly where patients in mental health crisis may be treated.
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Private Healthcare
Private hospitals and clinics face the same compliance obligations as NHS facilities. We provide the same rigorous testing and documentation to support your regulatory requirements.
Why Choose Protects Plus for Anti-Ligature Compliance? The expertise, accountability, and visibility you need
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Approved Testing Partner
Sole approved testing partner for Yewdale's Kestrel anti-ligature range, the most widely specified system in UK healthcare.
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End-to-End Accountability
From initial audit through remedial works to retesting and certification. Nothing falls through the cracks.
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Specialist Expertise
Over 20 years' experience in healthcare environments with deep knowledge of HBN standards.
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Audit-Ready, Always
Demonstrate your compliance status instantly through our evidence-based portal.
How It Works
1. Initial Consultation
We start with a conversation to understand your estate, your current compliance position, and your requirements. No obligation, no pressure.
2. Site Survey and Testing
Our specialist team conducts a full audit and load release testing of all anti-ligature products, documenting every result in real time.
3. Remedial Works
Where products fail or require maintenance, we carry out repairs, replacements, or new installations.
4. Portal Access & Certification
All results uploaded to your Protects Plus portal with certificates and reports available to download.
5. Ongoing
Management
We schedule your next annual test, send automated reminders, and remain on hand for ad-hoc support.