16. Torture and ill-treatment
16.06. Where an allegation of torture or ill-treatment is made, the victim is examined physically and psychologically by a medical officer as a matter of urgency and in any event as soon as reasonably possible after the allegation is made.
16. Torture and ill-treatment,C. Treatment and Duty of Protection and Care
16.08. Unless manifestly frivolous, groundless or vexatious, where allegations of torture or ill-treatment by staff are made, investigative procedures are instigated, including the possibility of transfer of duties, suspension pending investigation and referral for criminal investigation.
16. Torture and ill-treatment,C. Treatment and Duty of Protection and Care
16.04. Immigration officers, enforcement personnel, medical personnel, and any other persons involved in the custody or treatment of immigration detainees, including private contractors, receive appropriate and ongoing instruction, training, supervision and support.
16. Torture and ill-treatment,C. Treatment and Duty of Protection and Care
16.05. There is a protocol for responding to current allegations of torture or ill-treatment that ensures that allegations are investigated promptly and with due regard to privacy, confidentiality and the need to protect victims and/or witnesses from reprisals.
16. Torture and ill-treatment,C. Treatment and Duty of Protection and Care
16.02. There is a protocol for handling instances where a detainee discloses information about previous mistreatment, torture or cruelty, including the possibility of reporting such treatment to relevant authorities (with the consent of the detainee) and the obligation to develop a care plan suitable to the detainee’s needs.
16. Torture and ill-treatment,C. Treatment and Duty of Protection and Care