CQC Regulation 12 & UKHSA IPC Infection Prevention Control Audit
This checklist covers compliance with Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and applicable UK statutory requirements for healthcare operations. Non-compliance can result in prosecution, unlimited fines, and service cancellation under the Health and Social Care Act 2008 and CQC Fundamental Standards.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Quarterly
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
- Role: Infection Control Lead
- Total Items: 20
- Compliance: Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, NICE Guideline NG125, CQC Fundamental Standards Regulation 12, UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) Guidelines
CQC Registration & Provider Compliance
Verify CQC registration currency, Registered Manager appointment, and Provider Information Return.
- Is the CQC registration current and are all regulated activities registered for the location?
- Is a Registered Manager (RM) appointed and registered with CQC, or is an application in progress?
- Is the Provider Information Return (PIR) or equivalent self-assessment submitted to CQC on time?
- Attach photo of CQC registration certificate, Registered Manager registration, and most recent PIR submission:
Safe Recruitment, IPC & Medicines Management
Verify DBS checking, IPC programme, and medicines management compliance per CQC Fundamental Standards.
- Are all staff DBS checked at appropriate level (Enhanced where required) before patient/service user contact?
- Is the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) programme in place per UKHSA and NICE NG125 guidance?
- Is medicines management policy compliant with CQC Regulation 12 and local formulary requirements?
- Attach photo of DBS check log, IPC audit results, and medicines management audit:
Duty of Candour, DoLS & Notifiable Incidents
Verify duty of candour implementation, DoLS authorisations, and CQC notifiable incident compliance.
- Are Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) or Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS) applications in place where required?
- Is the duty of candour policy implemented with all serious incidents notified to CQC within the required timescale?
- Overall CQC fundamental standards compliance assessment:
- Attach photo of DoLS application register, duty of candour notifications, and serious incident reports:
Safeguarding, CQC Reports & Improvement Planning
Verify Safeguarding referral process, CQC report display, and improvement plan tracking.
- Are Safeguarding referrals made promptly to the Local Authority when a concern arises regarding vulnerable people?
- Are CQC Inspection reports displayed (where required) and improvement action plans tracked to completion?
- Months since last CQC inspection or focused inspection:
- Registered Manager or Nominated Individual certification:
Corrective Actions & Inspector Sign-Off
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- List all deficiencies identified in this inspection:
- Overall compliance status?
- Corrective actions assigned to (name and department):
- Inspector digital signature and date:
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Why Use This CQC Regulation 12 & UKHSA IPC Infection Prevention Control Audit?
This cqc regulation 12 & ukhsa ipc infection prevention control audit helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for infection control lead professionals, this checklist covers 20 critical inspection points across 5 sections. Recommended frequency: quarterly.
Ensures compliance with Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, NICE Guideline NG125, CQC Fundamental Standards Regulation 12, UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) Guidelines. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CQC Regulation 12 & UKHSA IPC Infection Prevention Control Audit cover?
This checklist covers 20 inspection items across 5 sections: CQC Registration & Provider Compliance, Safe Recruitment, IPC & Medicines Management, Duty of Candour, DoLS & Notifiable Incidents, Safeguarding, CQC Reports & Improvement Planning, Corrective Actions & Inspector Sign-Off. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed quarterly. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
Who should use this CQC Regulation 12 & UKHSA IPC Infection Prevention Control Audit?
This checklist is designed for Infection Control Lead professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.