Information for patients and carers about restricted items in our hospitals
In the interest of promoting a safe and secure therapeutic environment for all, we find it necessary to limit or deny access to certain types of items, which our experience tells us could be potentially harmful or risky to people or damaging to property.
The primary nurse or the nurse in charge will be very happy to explain the details to you if you wish, but here are some general guidelines to help you.
We don't allow free access to:
- Matches or cigarette lighters
- Sharp implements such as knives, tools or other utensils, drawing pins etc
- Alcohol, drugs or medication of any kind
- Glass, tins, pots, plastic bags or bags for life
- Recording instruments: cameras, camcorders, tape-recorders, blank tapes
- Lap-top/palm-top computers/personal organisers.