Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Audit - Care Homes

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  • Q1 | Unanswered

    Is there a current DoLS policy in place that reflects MCA principles and CQC regulatory requirements?

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  • Q2 | Unanswered

    Are all staff trained in the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and DoLS, with refresher training completed regularly?

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  • Q3 | Unanswered

    Are residents regularly assessed for capacity to consent to care and accommodation using a clear, documented process?

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  • Q4 | Unanswered

    Is a Best Interest decision made and recorded if a resident lacks capacity, involving the appropriate parties?

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  • Q5 | Unanswered

    Is there a centralised and up-to-date log of all DoLS applications, authorisations, expiry dates, and conditions?

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  • Q6 | Unanswered

    Are urgent DoLS authorisations completed correctly when immediate restrictions are necessary?

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  • Q7 | Unanswered

    Are standard DoLS applications submitted in a timely manner where restrictions are ongoing or planned?

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  • Q8 | Unanswered

    Are all DoLS authorisations visibly documented in the care plan and communicated to staff involved in the resident’s care?

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  • Q9 | Unanswered

    Are any conditions attached to the DoLS authorisation clearly noted, with a named person responsible for compliance?

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  • Q10 | Unanswered

    Are DoLS renewals tracked and re-applied for in advance of expiry, with no unlawful gaps in authorisation?

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  • Q11 | Unanswered

    Are relatives, advocates, or IMCAs involved where appropriate, and is their input documented in the decision-making process?

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  • Q12 | Unanswered

    Are restrictions (e.g., locked doors, 1:1 supervision, bedrails, sensor mats) clearly justified and least-restrictive in nature?

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  • Q13 | Unanswered

    Are daily care practices consistent with the authorised DoLS and the least-restrictive principle?

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  • Q14 | Unanswered

    Is there evidence of regular review of restrictions to assess if they are still necessary or can be reduced?

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  • Q15 | Unanswered

    Are staff aware of which residents are subject to a DoLS and what that means for their care approach?

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  • Q16 | Unanswered

    Is there clear documentation of efforts made to involve the resident in decisions to the fullest extent possible?

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  • Q17 | Unanswered

    Are residents supported to maintain freedom of movement, privacy, and autonomy wherever safe and appropriate?

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  • Q18 | Unanswered

    Is the person’s right to challenge the DoLS (e.g., through the Court of Protection) explained and recorded?

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  • Q19 | Unanswered

    Is advocacy support (e.g., IMCA) sought and documented where the resident has no family or friends involved?

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  • Q20 | Unanswered

    Is there evidence that families are informed about the DoLS process and their rights to appeal or discuss the decision?

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  • Q21 | Unanswered

    Are incident reports reviewed to identify any unauthorised or disproportionate restrictions that may require a DoLS application?

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  • Q22 | Unanswered

    Are DoLS-related decisions reviewed at every care plan review or following a significant change in needs?

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  • Q23 | Unanswered

    Is the use of restraint, physical or chemical, recorded and evaluated in the context of MCA and DoLS compliance?

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  • Q24 | Unanswered

    Are mental health needs, dementia, or acquired brain injuries considered when assessing for deprivation of liberty?

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  • Q25 | Unanswered

    Are residents supported in making decisions where they have fluctuating capacity, with evidence of time and support given?

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  • Q26 | Unanswered

    Are DoLS audits conducted internally or through governance to ensure ongoing compliance and CQC readiness?

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  • Q27 | Unanswered

    Is there a named lead or designated person responsible for coordinating DoLS compliance in the home?

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  • Q28 | Unanswered

    Is MCA/DoLS discussed regularly in team meetings, supervision, and clinical governance forums?

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  • Q29 | Unanswered

    Are staff able to describe what constitutes a deprivation of liberty and when to escalate a concern?

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  • Q30 | Unanswered

    Is there evidence of legal advice being sought when there is uncertainty about restrictions or capacity decisions?

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  • Q31 | Unanswered

    Are digital records secure, and is access to DoLS documentation appropriately restricted and monitored?

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  • Q32 | Unanswered

    Are transitions (e.g., hospital discharge, readmission, or move to another home) reviewed for DoLS continuity?

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    Notes are stamped with your name, date and time.

  • Q33 | Unanswered

    Is the home prepared for the upcoming Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS) implementation with awareness-raising in place?

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    Notes are stamped with your name, date and time.

  • Q34 | Unanswered

    Are actions taken when a resident’s needs change significantly, potentially requiring an amended or new DoLS?

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