Policy Updates
Scotland - Infection Control - Domiciliary Care
Duty of Candour Policy and Procedure
The regulation became law in Scotland on 01/04/2018 and all staff need to know the process of identifying and reporting any incidents which may be reportable under the Act. This policy was reviewed with a new duty of candour checklist added, references and links checked and remain current.
Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Management Policy and Procedure
This policy will support staff to deliver specific care to each individual, to risk assess their skin and inform them on interventions to lessen the risk or deal with tissue damage. There are many best practice resources to read and develop staff knowledge. The policy has been reviewed and updated to reflect the Scottish Adapted EUPAP tool and includes reference to the Scottish Excoriation and Moisture Related Skin Damage Tool. References and links have been checked and remain current.
Health and Safety Training Policy and Procedure
This policy will inform staff on the training considerations they must undertake to give them the knowledge required in Health and Safety. References and links checked and remain current.
Health and Safety Policy and Procedure
This is a central policy for all social care providers, it has a significant impact on effective and safe service delivery. Policy reviewed with minimal change, references and links checked and remain current.
Infection Control Policy and Procedure
Infection Control is an important aspect in the delivery of safe care at home, especially in the current pandemic situation. All staff should receive regular training as described in the policy and procedures. References and links checked and remain current.
Serious Incident Notification Policy and Procedure
This policy will guide staff on the process to follow if a serious incident occurs and advises on which organisations must be contacted.
Sharps and Needlestick Policy and Procedure
This policy will inform staff on the strategy to follow to prevent injuries with sharps and needlesticks, the risks involved and the process to follow to keep safe and what to do if an injury occurs.
Clinical Waste Disposal Policy and Procedure
This policy will guide staff on the process to follow when dealing with clinical waste. It also includes information on COVID-19. A new reference has also been added.
Food Hygiene Policy and Procedure
This policy will help staff understand food hygiene within individuals’ own homes, signpost staff to best practice and ensure they are delivering safe care and support around food. The policy has been reviewed with minimal changes and references checked to ensure they remain current.
Consent Authorisation Policy and Procedure
This policy is in relation to seeking consent from a Data Subject that is GDPR compliant. It has been reviewed and references have also been updated to ensure that they remain current.
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