Creating safe and secure environments is essential in mental healthcare facilities, where vulnerable individuals may be at risk of self-harm. With patient wellbeing and safety as a priority, innovative solutions like anti-ligature lighting are transforming these spaces, reducing risks and enhancing therapeutic environments.
Anti-ligature lighting is a specialist type of lighting that significantly improves safety standards in mental healthcare facilities. Designed to support both the safety and functionality, it is particularly valuable in high-use areas such as bedrooms, bathrooms, corridors, and consultation roomsThe Importance of Anti-Ligature Lighting in Mental Healthcare
Patient safety in mental healthcare settings depend on careful adherence to specific standards, which help healthcare providers manage and minimise potential safety risks. Anti-ligature lighting is integral to risk management, with clear regulations guiding its implementation in these sensitive environments.
Tamlite’s Anti-Ligature Secure Range
Tamlite’s range of Secure products is independently tested and certified to meet rigorous standards, including the Department of Health Environmental Design Guide 2011 for Adult Medium Secure Services.
Below, we detail how Tamlite’s robust and innovative lighting solutions can enhance safety in mental healthcare facilities, creating a more positive and healing environment for patients:
SECURE B – Anti-Ligature Bulkhead
The SECURE B bulkhead is a versatile fixture designed for a wall or ceiling mounting, making it ideal for high-traffic areas such as corridors, day rooms, bedrooms, and bathrooms. This fixture has a tamper-proof design with a polycarbonate opal diffuser, ensuring uniform light distribution while maintaining impact resistance. With a 4000K (neutral white) colour temperature, it provides a neutral white light that is a mid-point between warm white and daylight white, suitable for mental healthcare settings.
SECURE D – Anti-Ligature Recessed Downlight
For hospital wards and corridors, the SECURE D downlight offers a recessed fixture that integrates seamlessly into the ceiling. Its 6mm polycarbonate diffuser is tamper-resistant and provides a clean, modern appearance. The option for integrated emergency lighting ensures continued safety even during power outages.
SECURE M Range – Anti-Ligature Recessed Module
Designed for installation in suspended or solid ceilings, the SECURE M range is well-suited for meeting rooms, consultation spaces, and sterile areas. Available with either an opal or micro-prismatic diffuser, it offers tailored lighting spread (diffusion)based on room requirements. The SECURE M can also be integrated with DALI controls and emergency lighting systems, meeting the high standards of secure healthcare facilities.
SECURE C – Anti-Ligature Corner Fitting
The SECURE C module is designed for corner mounting, suitable for installation on walls or ceilings in hospital wards and corridors. This discreet, tamper-proof fixture is available in two lengths (1250mm or 1525mm) to adapt to various room sizes and layouts. Constructed from steel with a white finish, it features a 4mm opal polycarbonate diffuser that softens the light output, creating a calming environment.
SECURE S – Anti-Ligature Surface Module
The SECURE C module is another surface-mount option, suitable for installation on walls or ceilings in hospital wards and corridors. Like the other fixtures in this range, it is built from durable materials and offers a secure, vandal-resistant design. Available in two lengths, (1250 or 1525mm), this fitting is suitable for a wide range of spaces and ensures even light distribution throughout the room.
Why Choose from Tamlite’s Anti-Ligature Secure Range?
All products in Tamlite’s Anti-Ligature Secure Range are designed to meet the high standards of secure mental health environments, considering both safety and aesthetic. With features like tamper-resistant screws, impact-resistant polycarbonate diffusers, and robust construction, these fixtures are ideal for high-risk areas. Advanced options, such as DALI and integrated emergency lighting, further enhance the Secure Range’s functionality within healthcare settings.
By choosing anti-ligature lighting solutions, mental healthcare facilities can create safe, secure, and calming environment that support patient wellbeing. These lighting solutions reduce the risk of self-harm and contribute to a therapeutic atmosphere that is conducive to recovery and wellbeing.
- Tamlite is a leading designer and manufacturer of lighting systems for secure environments within the healthcare sector. Discover how Tamlite's Anti-Ligature Secure Range can transform your healthcare facility into a safer, more therapeutic environment. Download our Secure Range Brochure today and explore how our lighting solutions can make a difference.
