We strongly support the NHS policy on zero tolerance. Anyone attending the practice who abuses the GPs, staff or other patients be it verbally, physically or in any threatening manner whatsoever, will risk removal from the practice list. In extreme cases we may summon the police to remove offenders from the practice premises.
This practice operates a ZERO TOLERANCE approach towards violence and abuse of staff and property.
The following are examples of behaviour which are not acceptable:
- Violence towards staff, patients or visitors
- Threats or threatening behaviour
- Excessive noise, eg loud or intrusive conversation, or shouting
- Racist or sexist behaviour or language
- Malicious allegations relating to members of staff, patients or visitors
- Abusing alcohol or drugs on the premises
- Drug dealing
- Willful damage to surgery property
- Theft
New patients registering will be asked to sign a zero tolerance form.
By registering at this practice, you agree to behave appropriately and understand that by performing any of the above you will be removed from the practice list, and details of the incident will be passed on to the Kent & Medway ICB.