D26. Business Premises, Management and Planning

Policy Statement

{{org_field_name}} understands the need for adult social care organisations in line with their registration requirements under the Health and Social Care Act 2008 and health and safety laws to have effective and accountable management and governance arrangements and to ensure the safety and suitability of its registered administrative offices.

{{org_field_name}} will comply with all Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, including in relation to its business premises and arrangements.

Regulation 7: Requirements Relating to Registered Managers.
Regulation 17: Good Governance.
Regulation 18: Staffing.

To ensure that it has effective management and governance functions, this organisation will:

ensure that its registered managers are of good character and have the necessary qualifications, competence, skills and experience to manage the carrying on of the regulated activity
have in place an up-to-date business plan
operate from permanent premises, which are fit for purpose and suitably located as described in its registration and statement of purpose
ensure that its premises comply with all relevant health and safety requirements, including the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
establish a recognisable management structure that reflects the size of {{org_field_name}}, and the nature, volume and complexity of the care provided
establish clear lines of accountability
ensure that at all times there is adequate and appropriately skilled staff cover for the operation and management of {{org_field_name}}
have in place effective management arrangements for day-to-day operations and for maintaining continuity of service delivery
provide a safe working environment for all employees who use {{org_field_name}}’s administrative premises
provide suitable staff facilities
provide available accommodation for confidential meetings, supervision and training purposes
provide the equipment and resources necessary for the efficient and effective management of {{org_field_name}}.

Training

All staff using {{org_field_name}}’s premises receive training to meet all health and safety, fire safety and security, requirements (including security of information and records).

Responsible Person: {{org_field_registered_manager_first_name}} {{org_field_registered_manager_last_name}}

Reviewed on: {{last_update_date}}

Next review date: this policy is reviewed annually (every 12 months). When needed, this policy is also updated in response to changes in legislation, regulation, best practices, or organisational changes.

D26. Business Premises, Management and Planning