DC173-Statutory Notifications Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Statutory Notifications Policy 1. Purpose and Scope This policy outlines our domiciliary care service’s responsibilities regarding statutory notifications to the Care Quality Commission (CQC), ensuring full compliance with CQC regulations. Statutory notifications are essential for transparency, safety, and regulatory compliance, allowing CQC to monitor serious incidents, safeguarding concerns, changes in […]
DC172-Public Holidays Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Public Holidays Policy 1. Purpose and Scope This policy outlines how our domiciliary care service effectively manages care provision during public holidays while maintaining compliance with CQC regulations and ensuring the safety, continuity, and quality of care for service users. It also ensures that staff receive fair working arrangements, appropriate […]
DC171-Sepsis Symptoms and Management Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Sepsis Symptoms and Management Policy 1. Policy Statement Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that arises when the body’s response to an infection causes systemic inflammation and organ dysfunction. Early recognition and rapid response are critical to preventing severe illness or death. As a domiciliary care provider, we are committed to […]
DC170-Head Lice and Nits Prevention and Treatment Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Head Lice and Nits Prevention and Treatment Policy 1. Purpose and Scope This policy provides clear guidance for our domiciliary care staff on the prevention, identification, and treatment of head lice and nits among service users. It ensures that our care service maintains high hygiene standards, complies with CQC regulations, […]
DC169-Hand Washing Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Hand Washing Policy 1. Policy Statement Our domiciliary care service is committed to upholding the highest standards of hygiene to prevent infections and protect the health and well-being of both our service users and staff. Hand washing is one of the most effective ways to reduce the spread of infections, […]
DC168-Open Door Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Open Door Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this Open Door Policy is to foster a transparent, inclusive, and communicative workplace environment where employees, service users, and stakeholders feel comfortable expressing concerns, ideas, and feedback. This policy ensures that all individuals within {{org_field_name}} have direct access to management and leadership, promoting a […]
DC167-Children’s Medication Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Children’s Medication Policy 1. Purpose and Scope 1.1 Purpose The purpose of this Medication Management Policy is to establish clear and robust guidelines for the safe handling, storage, administration, and disposal of medicines in domiciliary care settings for children. This policy ensures that all staff members adhere to best practices […]
DC166-Pest Control Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Pest Control Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to outline the procedures and measures {{org_field_name}} implements to prevent, manage, and eradicate pest infestations in all areas where care is provided. Effective pest control is essential to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of service users, staff, and […]
DC165-Emergency Supply Shortages and Contingency Planning Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Emergency Supply Shortages and Contingency Planning Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to establish a structured approach to managing emergency supply shortages and ensuring effective contingency planning within {{org_field_name}}. Our priority is to maintain continuity of care, ensuring that service users receive essential supplies, medications, and equipment […]
DC164-National Data Opt-Out Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} National Data Opt-Out Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to outline {{org_field_name}}’s commitment to complying with the National Data Opt-Out requirements set by NHS Digital. The National Data Opt-Out ensures that individuals have the right to opt out of their confidential patient information being used for research […]