The QCS Podcast

The subject for discussion this month centres on the lessons learned from a recent Health & Safety Executive prosecution of a care provider in Scotland. In this podcast, Chris Walker, Head of Healt...

23 Juni 20229min

In episodes 1 and 2 , we looked at what you need to do to become a registered manager. We have looked at what it means to be fit to be a manager, what skills and qualifications you need, and now we wi...

2 Juni 20228min

Losing someone you love can be extremely traumatic. It can also be a huge relief depending on the circumstances. It is not the same for everyone, and we cannot predict how relatives or significant peo...

30 Maj 20223min

In previous editions, Neil Hughes-Hutchings, Senior Health & Safety Consultant at Napthens Health & Safety has covered topics such as lone working and the procurement of contractors, this month Neil ...

10 Maj 20227min

As an employer, you should be doing all that you can to properly understand the potential risks faced by your employees and others affected by your work activities and then find effective means of con...

8 Apr 20227min

Welcome to the second episode of the 'Inspection inside out' podcast. This time, Abi will focus on explaining what are qualifications, skills experience and competencies. And what is expected by the C...

30 Mars 20227min

Any care home provider or care sector organisation that uses contractors has health and safety responsibilities. When selecting contractors, it is important to investigate them and make enquiries to e...

2 Mars 20227min

Welcome to your new podcast,’ Inspection inside out’ by Abi Spence. Over the next few weeks, Abi will be looking at the key elements of what CQC is looking for to become a CQC Registered Manager. Mee...

1 Mars 20226min