The StartAV app is an unofficial tool to assist in the assessment of of vulnerabilities, strengths, and risks in adolescents. It is intended to be used by START:AV trained practitioners in conjunction with the START:AV User Guide.

Features

• Easy to complete forms
• Rate strengths, vulnerabilities, and risks
• Export to a Word document for editing and sharing
• Standalone app for ultimate privacy; your data never leaves your computer
• Full compliance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and UK-GDPR

Installation

Download from the Microsoft Store and follow installation instructions.

How to Use

Getting Started

1. Click 'Get Started' to close the welcome screen
2. Add your first client (young person/adolescent) by clicking the 'Add Client' button.
3. Input the client's name and date of birth then click 'Save'.
4. Click your client's name
5. In the right Assessments panel, you may create a new assessment by clicking the '+ New Assessment' button, or open an assessment that you created earlier by clicking on the date of the assessment.

Completing Assessments

Each assessment comprises three pages; Form 1, Form 2, and Summary.

Form 1

You may change the date of assessment here. Please read the guidance in the orange box.

For each item, rate the adolescent's strengths and vulnerabilities. You may click on the prompts to assist in making your assessment. Evidence supporting your assessment may be added to the notes section.

If the adolescent has strengths and/or vulnerabilities not covered in the provided items, you may add a Case Specific item at the bottom of the screen.

Form 2

For each adverse outcome, check if the adolescent has a prior and/or recent history. You may use the notes section to add evidence. Then assess the level of future risk. The info icon opens a Rough Risk Reckoner table which might help in your decision.

Summary

The summary page provides an overview of your ratings. You may click on this page to change any of your ratings if required. Experienced practitioners may choose to jump directly to this page to complete their ratings.

There are text boxes at the bottom of the summary for your Case Formulation, Scenarios, and Intervention Plan.

Exporting Assessments

After closing the assessment, you may create a Word document containing the assessment summary, or the summary and evidential notes by clicking the 'Export Summary' or 'Export All' buttons.

Support

Please use our contact form for any questions or feedback.

Privacy

Ethical Data Ltd is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle your information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

1. Local Data Storage & Offline Processing
   StartAV operates entirely offline. All data entered into the application—including client details and assessment records—is stored locally within a secure database (SQLite) on your own device's hard drive. Ethical Data Ltd does not transmit, upload, host, or sync your data to any cloud servers.
   Because the data never leaves your computer, **you** act as the sole Data Controller and Data Processor for any sensitive information recorded within this application. It is your responsibility to secure your device and ensure your handling of assessment data complies with the data protection regulations relevant to your jurisdiction or organization.
2. Compliance and Registration
   Ethical Data Ltd is based in Scotland and is registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). While we develop and provide the StartAV software, we do not have access to, nor do we process, the sensitive client data you store within the application.
3. Communication and Data Sharing
   If you contact us directly for support, we will only use your contact information to assist you. We will never sell, rent, or give your personal details to third parties for marketing or any other purposes.
4. Contact Us
   If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our software practices, please contact us.