Policy Updates
Infection Control - Supported LIving
Health and Safety Training Policy and Procedure
This review has been undertaken with additional information and references. Links have also been provided to clarify the legal stance and business reasons for training.
Infection Control Policy and Procedure
Changes made to ensure the policy and procedure meets the requirements of the Health and Social Care Act 2008; Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infection for domiciliary care services.
Blood Spillage Policy and Procedure
The Blood Spillage Policy and Procedure has been updated to add clarification to the procedure for dealing with blood spillage.
Health & Safety Policy and Procedure
This policy and procedure has been updated with RIDDOR reporting requirements.
Sharps and Needlestick Policy and Procedure
Document updated to expand the purpose and include additional advice sources.
Serious Incident Notification Policy and Procedure
This policy has been updated to cross-reference the new Duty of Candour requirements.
Food Hygiene Policy and Procedure
Creation of specific domcare and supported living oriented policy
Personal Hygiene Policy and Procedure
Creation of specific domcare and supported living oriented policy
Risk Assessment Policy and Procedure
This policy has been updated with a new procedure flowchart to assist you with hazard identification and risk management.
Management of Medical Devices Policy and Procedure
NEW: A new policy setting out the principle responsibilities of Providers to manage medical devices in accordance with current MHRA guidelines.