Barton Lodge

We found the following examples of good practice

Visitors were screened, temperature taken, a brief questionnaire completed and hand sanitiser used before being allowed to enter. Visits were organised by appointment only and hourly slots allowed time in between visits to clean and make ready for the next visitor. Regular newsletters were sent out which included guidance on compliance with infection control procedures when visiting.

Temperature screening and Covid 19 testing of people and staff took place in line with government guidance. An isolation wing had been created for anyone with confirmed or suspected Covid 19 who were then isolated in their rooms for 14 days. The home was Covid 19 free at the time of inspection.

'At risk' staff, such as those with health conditions or from high risk groups, were supported to shield. The registered manager had moved in to the home early on in the pandemic to support staff. Staff had received external training and wore appropriate PPE including facemasks and visors. They understood the process of safe donning and doffing of PPE in line with government guidance.

The provider had been pro-active and created an audit tool from our IPC inspection tool. This had been completed and actions identified to further improve infection, prevention and control within the home. Many actions had already been completed.

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