St Christopher's Care Home

We found the following examples of good practice.

All areas of the building were very clean, and no malodours were present. Staff were using personal protective equipment (PPE) in the correct way.

Hand hygiene points in the bathrooms and along corridors were accessible and stocked.

The staff team supported each other to clean and regularly check the quality of cleaning completed. There was a routine set up for the staff team at each shift to clean certain areas of the service such as high touch areas, sinks, and empty the bins. When visitors left, the area used would be cleaned and ventilated. The staff team worked together as a team in ensuring infection prevention and control.

There was a named infection prevention and control lead at the service who oversaw the practice and documentation related to infection prevention and control. Senior staff completed checks and audits with any improvements picked up and actioned afterwards.

Any updates and changes in the guidance were shared regularly with the staff team during the handovers and staff meetings. Staff told us communication was really good and everyone worked as a team to ensure the people and the service stayed infection-free.

People and staff who tested COVID-19 positive were able to isolate in accordance with current guidance. This effectively prevented the spread of infection. At the time of inspection, there were no positive cases in the service.

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