Embracing a unified approach
Key components of the Single Assessment Framework
There are aspects of the previous framework that will remain:
- The regulatory framework that underpins the delivery of care has not changed and is not changing. The Health and Social Care Act 2008 (regulated activities) Regulations 2014 and the Fundamental standards of care are here to stay.
- The 5 key questions will remain central to the assessment approach.
- 4-point rating scale.
- CQC inspection will continue to be a method used to support the assessment process.
- Provider information request (PIR) from adult social care services, using the existing collection method.
The prominent changes are:
- Quality Statements replace KLOES.
- 6 evidence categories, with each of the 8 sector groups having slightly different evidence requirements.
- Evidence submitted for each quality statement will be scored 1-4 (1 significant shortfalls – 4 exceptional standard).
- An overall score from evidence submitted will be calculated for each key question and percentage given (25-38% Inadequate, 39-62% Requires Improvement, 63-87% Good, over 87% Outstanding).
- The rating of a service is no longer the main driver for deciding when to next assess. Evidence will be collecting more fluently and can trigger an assessment at any time.
- Judgements about quality will be made more regularly.
Enhancing accountability and transparency
Preparing for implementation
- Engaging with staff, keep them informed of the regulatory changes.
- Revisiting internal processes, including identifying key pieces of evidence required for each quality statement.
- Read the CQC’s provider guidance ‘our new approach to assessment’.
- Ensure your contact details are up to date with the CQC and you are subscribed to the CQC’s email newsletters to get the latest information.
- Watch the CQC’s videos and webinar recording on the new regulatory approach.
- Keep revisiting thornbury-nursing.com for more updates and tips to navigate the new regulatory changes.
Conclusion
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