Under section 8, family justice counsellors, mediators, lawyers, arbitrators, and parenting coordinators are required to "assess" for family violence and the extent to which it affects someone’s safety or ability to negotiate. These professionals have to discuss with their clients how different family dispute resolution processes may or may not be appropriate for their situation, and consider what additional assistance may be necessary, including a safety plan. If there is an imminent risk of serious physical harm, they may have to share confidential information or report a child who needs protection. The [https://apipubsdb.lss.bc.ca/resources/pdfs/pubs/Is-Your-Client-Safe-eng.pdf Legal Services Society] has published a guide to relationship violence for lawyers that covers some of these considerations.