Silver Shield

Yes.
Silver Shield fully supports the principles of the Mental Capacity Act. It is a least restrictive, privacy-first solution that operates passively and does not require a person to press buttons, wear devices, or consent to visual monitoring. It enables carers to act in an individual’s best interest by providing early insight into risks like falls, restlessness, or behavioural changes, without compromising dignity or autonomy.

Yes.
Silver Shield is designed with data minimisation and privacy by default. It does not record images, video or audio. The system uses non-identifiable radar data to detect motion and status (e.g. in bed, out of bed, potential fall) and all information is securely encrypted and only accessible by authorised users.

In most cases, yes - and we make this simple.
Silver Shield is considered a non-intrusive, low-restriction safety measure. We recommend it is documented in care plans and DoLS/LPS assessments as a proportional safeguard, especially for individuals who may lack capacity. We can provide templated wording, rationale, and guidance to make this quick and compliant.

Silver Shield supports several CQC Fundamental Standards, including:

• Regulation 9 – Person-Centred Care
• Regulation 12 – Safe Care and Treatment
• Regulation 13 – Safeguarding
• Regulation 17 – Good Governance

It enhances proactive care delivery, supports digital record keeping, and can be shown as evidence of safety innovation during inspections.

No.
Silver Shield does not use cameras or microphones. It uses mmWave radar technology to detect movement and occupancy passively - without watching, listening, or visually identifying the resident. The system protects privacy by design.

Silver Shield is not just a fall alert system. It is a fall detection and prevention tool. It identifies early risk patterns such as frequent bed exits, prolonged inactivity, or increased night-time movement. It also detects a range of falls in real time, including slow, seated, and unwitnessed events, helping staff intervene early and prevent future incidents.

Yes.
It can help highlight subtle changes in behaviour that may indicate distress, illness, or unmet needs - especially in people who may not be able to communicate verbally. It also ensures incidents are recorded clearly and consistently, supporting safeguarding reviews or investigations.

Yes.
Our team offers onboarding support, staff training, and help with care documentation to ensure Silver Shield is implemented in a compliant, transparent, and ethical way. This includes best-practice use in dementia care, night-time support, and governance reporting.