7 May 2014
During an inspection looking at part of the service
The risks of cross contamination and infection had been reduced due to the implementation of updated infection control policies, and general cleaning policies. In addition all staff had received updated training on decontamination and cleaning procedures and been observed performing these processes to ensure understanding and compliance. A risk assessment of the water systems had been performed and corrective actions put in place. A regular programme of auditing had been introduced to ensure the practice could continue to meet the required standards.
A programme of regular audits had been introduced to ensure oversight of the clinical work, the environment, the equipment and hygiene needs of the practice. In addition patient surveys had taken place and ways for patients to give feedback more easily had been introduced.