Policy Updates
Wales - Residential Services - Mental Health
Accommodation Standards Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WMB01This policy details the environmental standards in place within the service. A section on the impact of COVID-19 has been added, and the need to follow latest guidance and best practice when reviewing and developing the environment. It also highlights the potential impact of the changes on people using the service.
Menu Choice Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WKC07Policy to define the process for menu planning, and the expected content of menus. Policy updated to reflect COVID-19 and the need to limit communal activity, references have also been updated and expanded to fully reflect latest guidance for Wales.
Maintenance Management Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WQM02Policy reviewed and updated to include reference to COVID-19 and the implications for maintenance of the service. This policy will guide staff on the maintenance process to ensure safety and upkeep of the service.
Catering Management Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WQK02Policy reviewed with no significant changes and references checked and updated. This policy will help staff to familiarise themselves with all catering processes.
Food Storage Temperatures Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WKC05Policy reviewed with no significant changes and references checked and updated.
Electrical Safety Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WMR01This policy focuses on electrical safety and includes procedures for portable appliance testing, as well as good practice measures for all staff to be aware of. The policy has been reviewed with minor changes only. References remain current and up to date.
Dilution of Chemicals Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WSC03Policy reviewed and now includes reference to the Care Inspectorate Wales Lines of Enquiry. No other changes to wording or content made as policy is still relevant and up to date.
Service Equipment Maintenance Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WME05Policy reviewed and updated with minor changes. This policy now includes reference to COVID-19 and the management of visits to the service for maintenance purposes.
Supply of Individual’s Own Food Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WKC08Policy reviewed and updated with minor changes. These include reference to CIW Lines of Enquiry and explicit detail that any food being brought in by a third party will be in addition, and that the service will always ensure that dietary and cultural needs are being met. References also updated with specific link to food and nutrition best practice in Welsh Care Homes.
Catering Cleaning Schedule and Audit Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WKH01This policy outlines the process of the cleaning schedule to ensure the service remains safe. It has been reviewed with no significant changes and references checked and updated.
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