Get Form 42

This guide provides a clear and supportive approach to filling out Form 42, which relates to psychiatric assessments under the Mental Health Act. Follow the steps carefully to ensure accurate completion of this important document.

Follow the steps to complete Form 42 online

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. In Part I, complete the recipient's name and home address under the 'To:' section. Provide the name of the physician and the date of examination to inform the person about the psychiatric assessment application.
3. In Part A, check the applicable boxes that describe the reasons for the psychiatric assessment, such as threats of bodily harm to oneself or to others.
4. Indicate any serious risks associated with the mental disorder by checking the appropriate boxes regarding potential bodily harm or impairment.
5. Move on to Part B, where the physician certifies the individual’s history of mental health treatment and the current condition. Ensure to check all applicable statements that align with the person's situation.
6. Include the physician's signature and the date when the assessment was made at the bottom of Part I.
7. If necessary, proceed to Part II and fill in the name and address similar to Part I and indicate the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care’s reasons for custody in a psychiatric facility.
8. Review all entered information for accuracy and completeness. Once finalized, save changes to the form, and choose to download, print, or share your completed document.

Complete your Form 42 online today to ensure timely processing of your psychiatric assessment.