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a.
b.
this standing order outlines the policy, responsibilities and procedures for suicide
prevention and intervention within RMCC.
c.
unless otherwise directed by the Commandant, the Senior Chaplain assisted by the
College Administration Officer is the College OPI for this policy, and to
coordinate general awareness and intervention skills training.
Guiding Principles.
a.
CFAO 19-44 states: The goals of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) suicide
policy are to reduce the incidence of suicide and attempted suicide to the lowest
possible level, and to provide an immediate means for assisting a member who
has attempted suicide or, in the event of a suicide, to assist bereaved family
members, friends and co-workers.
b.
c.
d.
e.
all information related to suicide risk shall be shared with relevant professionals,
Chain of Command and emergency POC, to be used solely for the purpose of
keeping the individual at perceived risk alive and safe.
f.
PAG may develop its own procedures as long as it follows the intent of this
overarching policy. (see annex B)
g.
the Duty Field Officer (DFO) shall engage the Military Police as soon as possible
and call 911 for any cases that are deemed imminent (The DFO shall delegate
these most important functions when directly engaged).
High-Risk
Indicators of HIGH/IMMINENT RISK
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Action
During Duty Hours:
Call the CDU 3 (613) 541-6000 x 3232 explain situation, and follow their
directions. Ensure that someone remains with the individual at all times;
Contact the C-of-C and/or the Chaplain and convey the necessary information;
In the event that an individual requires an escort to CDU 3 or KGH, they will be
taken by either a Chaplain or the C-of-C. If it is deemed necessary, or if the
individual requests to have an additional escort, the Chaplain or C-of-C will
engage PAG; and,
Confirm whether the individual has personal firearms stored with the MP section
on base, and if so block their release.
Have someone call the numbers in the following priority. Ensure he/she explains
the situation and indicates where to find the individual; and,
Confirm whether the individual has personal firearms stored with the MP section
on base, and if so block their release.
DFO cell phone:
Military Police
b.
(613) 453-5007
911
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Do not leave the individual alone. Engage the help of other trained
individuals (PAG, Chaplains, CDU3, C-o-C etc.) if necessary; and,
This situation is defined as physical harm has occurred or been narrowly avoided.
Action
if the individual has injured themselves or if the individual has swallowed any
substances (or has attempted to do the above) this shall be treated as a medical
emergency and the individual shall be immediately transported to KGH.
Once the individual is safe and under medical care, the DFO shall be contacted
with details of the incident, including to which hospital the injured member is
being transported and the nature of injuries.
2.
Return to RMCC. If an individual has been admitted to hospital because they made a
suicide attempt or have been considered a serious risk for making an attempt, once discharged
from hospital they shall immediately notify their Chain of Command and report
to CDU 3.
3.
CDU 3 will do a thorough clinical assessment. If the individual is a student, CDU 3 will
ascertain whether the student can continue with their studies and return to residence (where
applicable) without interruption, subject to particular conditions (e.g. weekly counseling
sessions) the student may be placed on sick leave.
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4.
If an individual is not admitted or has been discharged and RMCC remains concerned,
the close observation team/watch shall be implemented under the guidance of the Chaplain. At
the next available opportunity, i.e. the next sick parade, the individual shall be escorted by the
senior watch team member, C-of-C, or Chaplain to CDU 3 for follow up.
21.04. Completed Suicide.
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c.
the Chaplains office will liaise with PAGs Supervising Officer, and they
(Chaplains and PAG) will be available to offer counseling to Cadets and staff
affected by the death.
Annexes:
Annex A
Annex B
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