Smythe House

We found the following examples of good practice Professionals were required to provide evidence of their testing and vaccination status. We were assured the service was following current Government guidance on visiting arrangements.

There were plentiful supplies of personal protective equipment (PPE) throughout the home which included gloves, masks and aprons.

There were PPE stations located around the home and close to bedrooms where people were required to isolate.

Isolation, cohorting and zoning were being used to manage any potential spread of infection.

Staff participated in a daily and weekly testing regime prior to commencing work. All staff had a designated area to change their clothes before and on completion of their shift.

We saw various cleaning records which included regular high touch point cleaning to ensure the potential for cross infection had been reduced.

Policies, procedures and risk assessments related to COVID-19 were up to date which supported staff in keep people safe.

Staff had completed training in relation to infection control, and recently received training about the correct use of PPE including donning and doffing. Spot checks will be used to ensure staff adhere to the training provided.

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