In mental health care environments, safety and security are critical for both patients and staff. Door locking solutions with a secondary staff override give authorised personnel the ability to access rooms quickly in emergencies, where every second counts.
Locking systems in these settings must be accessible, robust, reliable, and sensitive to the specific needs of the environment. The latest mechanical door locking solutions with secondary override from InStock Hardware, available through Anti-Ligature Shop Ltd, have been designed with these priorities in mind.
These systems combine advanced mechanical engineering with ligature-resistant design, creating a ward access solution that is practical, secure, and supplied complete with all required components.
The system integrates ligature-resistant locksets, staff-operated overrides, and controlled access points across the ward. The focus is on the entire security infrastructure, not just individual doors.
At the core is a unique master lock euro-cylinder forming the basis of a suited master key system. A single master key, held by authorised staff, provides immediate access to all doors on the ward, enabling rapid response in situations such as:
This unified key approach removes the need for multiple keys, reduces response times, and ensures safety-critical interventions happen without delay.
The system includes locksets tailored for different door functions, such as:
Both work within the master key framework to provide a complete, ward-wide access solution
Rather than relying on isolated components, this mechanical doorset system offers a holistic approach to ward security. By combining ligature-resistant locksets with a unified master key structure, NHS mental health wards can maintain a secure, controlled environment that supports patient dignity and operational efficiency.