CH98-Identifying and Managing Sepsis Policy

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Identifying and Managing Sepsis Policy 1. Purpose This policy sets out {{org_field_name}}’s arrangements for recognising, assessing, responding to and escalating suspected sepsis in people using the service. It is intended to ensure that possible infection and deterioration are recognised promptly, that people at risk of severe illness or death from […]

CH97-Staff Induction Training Policy

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Staff Induction Training Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to ensure that all new employees at {{org_field_name}} receive a structured, thorough, and effective induction programme that equips them with the skills, knowledge, and values required to provide high-quality, person-centred care. A strong induction process ensures that: This […]

CH96-Staff Identification and ID Card Policy

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Staff Identification and ID Card Policy 1. Purpose This policy outlines the procedures for issuing, using, and managing staff identification (ID) cards at {{org_field_name}}. The policy ensures compliance with CQC regulations, the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, and Regulation 19 – Fit and Proper Persons […]

CH95-Stoma Care and Management Policy

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Stoma Care and Management Policy 1. Purpose This policy outlines {{org_field_name}}’s commitment to ensuring the safe and effective management of stomas for the people we support. The policy aligns with CQC regulations, the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, and best practices in stoma care as […]

CH94-Using Social Media Platforms Policy

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Using Social Media Platforms Policy 1. Purpose This policy outlines {{org_field_name}}’s approach to the lawful, responsible and professional use of social media by staff. It is intended to protect the privacy, dignity, rights, safety and confidentiality of people we support and to ensure that the use of social media is […]

CH93-Staff References Policy

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Staff References Policy 1. Purpose This policy sets out the arrangements of {{org_field_name}} for obtaining, verifying, considering, providing and retaining employment reference information in connection with the recruitment and continued suitability of persons engaged to work in the service. The policy supports compliance with Regulation 19 of the Health and […]

CH92-Gender-Inclusive Care Policy

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Gender-Inclusive Care Policy 1. Purpose This policy establishes {{org_field_name}}’s commitment to providing safe, lawful, equitable, respectful and person-centred care to every person using the service. People will be treated with dignity and respect regardless of sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, and care will be planned and delivered in […]

CH91-PEG Care and Management Policy

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} PEG Care and Management Policy 1. Purpose This policy outlines {{org_field_name}}’s commitment to ensuring the safe and effective care of individuals requiring Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) feeding. It aims to establish best practices in line with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, CQC fundamental standards, […]

CH90-Flexible Working and Work-Life Balance Policy

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Flexible Working and Work-Life Balance Policy 1. Purpose This policy sets out {{org_field_name}}’s arrangements for considering and managing flexible-working requests while maintaining safe, effective and person-centred care for people using the service. {{org_field_name}} will manage statutory flexible-working requests in accordance with the Employment Rights Act 1996, as amended by the […]

CH89-Food Hygiene Policy

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Food Hygiene Policy 1. Purpose This policy outlines how {{org_field_name}} ensures the safe procurement, handling, storage, preparation and service of food within the care home. Its purpose is to protect the health, safety and welfare of people we support, staff and visitors by preventing foodborne illness, allergen-related harm and contamination, […]