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Risk assessments are a comprehensive evaluation conducted to identify and mitigate potential hazards or risks that could impact the safety, well-being, and quality of life of service users, staff, and visitors. The assessment aims to […]

Bed rails, while extensively used to reduce the risk of bed occupants falling out of bed and injuring themselves, have also resulted in adverse incidents, including injury and death. Therefore, adequate risk assessments and management […]

In the landscape of Adult Social Care, vigilance in tracking safeguarding incidents and Care Quality Commission (CQC) notifications is paramount. These data points serve as the pulse of the care system, offering crucial insights into […]

A number of bodies release safety alert documents with a view to informing healthcare providers of any potential risks with products or services. Safety alerts are disseminated nationally through a number of centralised systems, including […]

Homes have a responsibility under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, to take reasonable steps to safeguard staff and others from harm within the workplace. Additionally,  CQC registered providers, in line with Regulation […]

Risk assessments are a comprehensive evaluation conducted to identify and mitigate potential hazards or risks that could impact the safety, well-being, and quality of life of service users, staff, and visitors. The assessment aims to […]