Updated 9 October 2020
Our key findings were:
- Infection prevention and control procedures were being effectively followed.
- Emergency equipment was provided in line with guidance.
- A full range audits including antibiotic prescribing and infection prevention control had been implemented.
- Staff had received relevant training in infection control, sepsis management and safeguarding.
- A system to receive and, where relevant, act upon patient safety and dental medical devices alerts was in place.
- An effective staff appraisal system was implemented in line with guidance.
- Equipment was safe to use in line with manufacturers and servicing recommendations.
We are mindful of the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on our regulatory function. This meant we took account of the exceptional circumstances arising as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic when considering what enforcement action was necessary and proportionate to keep people safe as a result of this review. We will continue to discharge our regulatory enforcement functions required to keep people safe and to hold providers to account where it is necessary for us to do so.