Health and Safety Audit - Care Homes

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  • Is there a current health and safety policy in place and accessible to all staff?
  • Have all staff completed mandatory health and safety training relevant to their role?
  • Are fire risk assessments up to date and reviewed annually or when changes occur?
  • Are fire drills conducted regularly and recorded with staff attendance?
  • Are fire extinguishers serviced annually and located as per fire safety guidance?
  • Is there clear and visible signage for fire exits, assembly points, and evacuation procedures?
  • Are evacuation plans in place for all residents, including Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs)?
  • Are all corridors, stairs, and exit routes kept clear of obstructions?
  • Are external pathways, driveways, and entrances free from slip, trip, and fall hazards?
  • Are daily walk-around safety checks conducted and logged?
  • Are electrical appliances PAT-tested regularly and records maintained?
  • Is there an up-to-date register of all equipment used in the home?
  • Are hoists, wheelchairs, beds, and slings regularly inspected and maintained?
  • Is there clear documentation of maintenance schedules and repairs completed?
  • Are COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) assessments in place and reviewed regularly?
  • Are all hazardous substances stored safely, labelled correctly, and kept out of reach of residents?
  • Is PPE available, accessible, and used correctly for all health and safety tasks?
  • Are staff trained in manual handling and safe use of moving and handling equipment?
  • Is a moving and handling risk assessment in place for each resident who requires support?
  • Are incident and accident forms available, used correctly, and analysed for trends?
  • Is there a record of all falls, injuries, and near misses, with actions taken?
  • Are handrails, grab rails, and mobility aids in good repair and positioned safely?
  • Are lighting levels adequate in all resident and staff areas, including corridors and bathrooms?
  • Is water temperature checked regularly and kept within safe limits (especially for hot taps)?
  • Is there a Legionella risk assessment and control plan in place for water systems?
  • Are kitchens and food storage areas checked for safety, cleanliness, and pest control?
  • Are fridges and freezers in kitchens and medicine rooms temperature-checked daily?
  • Is waste stored, segregated, and disposed of according to regulations (clinical vs general waste)?
  • Is there a system to report and follow up on maintenance issues or hazards?
  • Are lift inspections and servicing carried out in line with statutory requirements?
  • Are gas and heating appliances serviced and certified by qualified engineers?
  • Are safety data sheets for chemicals available to all relevant staff?
  • Do staff know how to report health and safety concerns and are they encouraged to do so?
  • Is there evidence of staff input into improving the safety of the environment?
  • Are residents involved in decisions about health and safety where appropriate?
  • Are lone working risks assessed and mitigated for staff who work alone at times?
  • Are staff trained in emergency procedures including fire, flood, and loss of power?
  • Are emergency contact numbers and escalation protocols clearly displayed and accessible?