All the policies that a care home needs to stay compliant with the current regulations and with the CQC.
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Staff References Policy 1. Purpose This policy sets out the procedures for obtaining, providing, and managing staff references at {{org_field_name}} to ensure compliance with CQC regulations, the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, and Regulation 19 – Fit and Proper Persons Employed. The aim is […]
{{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 delivering equitable, respectful, and person-centred care to all individuals, regardless of their gender identity or expression. The aim is to create an environment that is inclusive, safe, and free from discrimination while ensuring that gender identity is recognised and […]
{{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, […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Flexible Working and Work-Life Balance Policy 1. Purpose This policy outlines {{org_field_name}}’s commitment to supporting flexible working and promoting work-life balance while ensuring the continuity and high-quality care of the people we support. By offering flexibility, we aim to enhance employee well-being, increase job satisfaction, and support staff retention while […]
{{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 handling, storage, preparation, and service of food within the care home. It aims to protect the health of the people we support, staff, and visitors by preventing foodborne illnesses, maintaining high hygiene standards, and ensuring compliance with […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} CH88-First Aid at Work Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to ensure that {{org_field_name}} provides effective first aid arrangements to protect the health and safety of staff, the people we support, visitors, and contractors. This policy complies with the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981, the […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Safe Use of Emollients and Fire Risk Management Policy 1. Purpose This policy ensures the safe use, storage, and management of emollients in our care home while mitigating the associated fire risks. Emollients are widely used in care settings to manage dry skin conditions; however, they can pose a significant […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Flood and Floods Management and Safety Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to ensure that {{org_field_name}} has robust procedures in place to manage and mitigate flood risks, safeguard people we support, staff, and property, and comply with CQC regulations, Health and Safety laws, and local authority guidelines. […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Oxygen Storage, Use, and Safety Policy 1. Purpose This policy outlines the safe storage, handling, and use of medical oxygen within {{org_field_name}}. The purpose is to ensure that all staff members understand their responsibilities in managing oxygen safely while maintaining compliance with CQC Regulation 12: Safe Care and Treatment and […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Epilepsy Awareness and Seizure Management Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to ensure that {{org_field_name}} provides a safe, supportive, and well-informed environment for people we support who have epilepsy. This policy ensures compliance with CQC regulations, NICE guidelines, and health and social care best practices to prevent […]
