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Infection Control Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WCC34Infection Control is an important aspect in the delivery of safe care and this policy has been reviewed to ensure it remains in line with current legislation. Hyperlinks have also been added and references updated to ensure they remain current.
Care Communication and Information Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WQC03Policy updated to reflect the issues of COVID-19 and the need to ensure that communication processes are robust, clear and timely.
Management Meetings Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WQQ07This policy outlines the approach to take in relation to management meetings and has a variety of templates available within it. It has been reviewed and references updated. Minor changes to wording, and now includes reference to the need to arrange remote meetings when not possible to meet face to face.
Care Communication and Information Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WQC16This policy details staff communication with Individuals. It has been reviewed with information added in relation to COVID-19, and references checked to ensure they remain current.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WHS16This policy has been substantially revised to ensure there is clarity on the types of PPE required in different scenarios within a homecare setting. New national guidance has been linked within the policy to make it easier to identify what is required.
Legionella Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WME02Policy reviewed and updated. Now includes reference to COVID-19 and the risks associated with legionella, also added the relevant CIW line of enquiry to support understanding of how policy can inform inspections.
Swabbing Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WCC98The policy has been updated to reflect current guidance and a new section added on swab test results. Further hyperlinks and references have also been added.
Coronavirus Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WHS17This policy has been reviewed and updated to reflect the change in social distancing rules. Sections have been substantially amended and links to national guidance embedded within the document to make it easier for staff to find the guidance required.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WHS18Policy updated, reviewed and simplified to reflect the latest guidance regarding the use of PPE. Now includes reference to the need for an Infection Prevention and Control Lead, the changes to shielding processes and the requirements regarding the wearing of masks.
Coronavirus Policy and Procedure
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Reference: WHS15This policy has been reviewed and updated to reflect the change in social distancing rules. Sections have been substantially amended and links to national guidance embedded within the document to make it easier for staff to find the guidance required.
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