Copper Beech Care Home

The home was clean and tidy with a dedicated team of housekeeping and laundry staff. Cleaning schedules and daily cleaning tasks were documented when completed. Staff used green paper tags which were attached to door handles and equipment. These were signed, dated and timed to indicate when the area or item was last cleaned. Attention was paid to regular cleaning of high touch areas around the home. Safe laundry procedures were being followed.

Staff had completed Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) training. Regular competency checks had been completed to ensure staff continued to follow IPC guidance.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was available and staff were seen to be wearing and disposing of PPE appropriately. PPE stations were located around the building and staff had access to extra supplies if needed. Barrier nursing was taking place when people had been required to isolate in their rooms.

People's needs and wellbeing were reviewed regularly and decisions around safe visiting made on an individualised basis.

COVID19 specific risk assessments had been completed for people when required. Staff supported people to remain safe without placing undue restrictions on them.

The provider was following latest government guidance around admissions to the home.

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