Stage 1: Identification of vulnerability

Knowing the signs and responding to an early identification of a vulnerability

Safeguarding guidance
Children's social care threshold information
Safeguarding adults referral form
Safeguarding children referral form

See CONVERSATION 1 for identification practice guidance.

For more information, please see our policy and procedure

Identification case note

When a vulnerability is first identified, the responding staff member should add a case note to the tenant’s file which includes key information such as:

Information on the vulnerability and/or relevant events

Details of any risks identified

Preferences and needs

Support offered

Agreed actions or next steps

Any other agencies working with the resident

Any other relevant information e.g. mental capacity, triggers, warning signs

Case notes should be updated with relevant and useful information throughout the duration of support. For more information, see our recording section.

Last updated: 16 May 2025