Body map (example template)
Front and back outlines for recording marks, bruises and skin damage — numbered, described and dated.
Use with care: this is a generic example layout for training and discussion.
Always use your own organisation's approved forms where they exist, and follow local policy.
| Person's name / ID | |
|---|---|
| Date and time observed | |
| Observed by |
Number each mark on the outline, then describe it below.
Marks observed
| No. | Description (type, size in cm, colour) | Likely cause / explanation given | Action taken |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reported to (name, time) | |
|---|---|
| Safeguarding considered? | Yes / No — reasoning: |
| Review date | |
| Signature |
Unexplained marks are a safeguarding question until answered. Report the same day.
Generic example template from UK Care Reference — educational use only. Printed __/__/____