Adult victims of human trafficking and exploitation: guidance on support - consultation: easy read

Role and timing of risk and needs assessment

Organisations giving support must do:

• a risk assessment when someone is first referred
• a full risk assessment before 1 month has passed and then have regular reviews
• a needs assessment for as long as the person is getting support

A needs assessment is a way to check what services and support people need.

All assessments must be done in a language the victim understands.

If a support worker thinks an adult is at risk they must make a special referral.