Staff Training and Competency Audit - Care Homes
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- Q1: Is there a staff training matrix that covers all mandatory and role-specific training requirements?
- Q2: Is training completed before staff begin working unsupervised with residents?
- Q3: Are training records up to date and stored in a way that enables effective monitoring?
- Q4: Are staff trained in core areas such as safeguarding, MCA, DoLS, infection control, fire safety, and moving and handling?
- Q5: Is training refreshed at intervals defined by the organisation or regulation (e.g., annually)?
- Q6: Are staff supported to complete the Care Certificate where appropriate?
- Q7: Are training needs identified through supervision, observation, and appraisal processes?
- Q8: Are competency assessments carried out to confirm knowledge and practical skill after training?
- Q9: Are new staff shadowed and supervised until deemed competent for unsupervised work?
- Q10: Are specialist training needs identified and met (e.g., PEG feeding, catheter care, dementia, end of life)?
- Q11: Are training methods adapted for different learning styles, literacy levels, or accessibility needs?
- Q12: Are agency or temporary staff given access to key training or induction materials?
- Q13: Are there clear records of clinical competency sign-offs for staff involved in healthcare tasks?
- Q14: Is medication training accompanied by observed assessments before staff administer medicines?
- Q15: Are moving and handling techniques reviewed regularly and observed in practice?
- Q16: Is ongoing professional development encouraged through access to NVQs or external training programmes?
- Q17: Are staff trained in communication, dignity, equality, and inclusion as part of a holistic approach to care?
- Q18: Do staff receive training in responding to emergencies, including CPR and use of defibrillators?
- Q19: Are staff trained in record keeping, confidentiality, and GDPR compliance?
- Q20: Are the outcomes of training evaluated to ensure understanding and application in daily care?
- Q21: Are poor practices or knowledge gaps identified and addressed through targeted training or supervision?
- Q22: Are staff supported to reflect on their learning and how it improves care for residents?
- Q23: Is training tracked as part of governance, with overdue training flagged for action?
- Q24: Are external trainers or e-learning platforms vetted to ensure quality and relevance of content?
- Q25: Is resident feedback considered when identifying areas for staff development?
- Q26: Are clinical or nursing staff supported to maintain professional registration and CPD?
- Q27: Are staff trained to deliver culturally competent and personalised care?
- Q28: Is training performance monitored across different shifts or locations to ensure equity?
- Q29: Are staff encouraged to share learning from courses or conferences with their teams?
- Q30: Is staff training performance linked to service improvement or CQC outcomes in governance reports?