28 June 2013
During an inspection looking at part of the service
Following our last inspection in March 2012, we set a compliance action where we had concerns. We found that improvements were required in the written evidence to reflect the checks and monitoring carried out by staff for the prevention and control of infections. We used this inspection to follow up in these areas. Therefore we did not speak with people who used the practice at the time of our inspection.
At this inspection, we found that there had been some changes.
We found that documentation was now being completed. We saw that staff had completed daily cleaning tasks that included checking and making sure available equipment and instruments were ready for use.
The provider had made arrangements for regular audits to be carried out to assess and monitor the prevention and control of infection. This helped the provider to maintain expected standards in cleanliness and hygiene at the practice. This ensured people who used the practice were provided with a clean and suitable treatment environment.