Bio-Rite launches new quality checks for care homes

Infection control specialist Bio-Rite has launched its new care audit system, Bio-Rite Protect.

The concept is a ‘stamp of approval’, indicating where care and nursing homes have implemented effective infection control procedures to ensure the wellbeing of patients.

Managing director Alan Wright confirmed: “As a group Bio-Rite has more than 40 years’ experience in decontamination and infection control.

“Our staff and franchisees see a wide variation in standards when it comes to infection control procedures and we are keen to introduce more transparency within the industry that takes care of some of our most vulnerable patients.

“Any care or nursing home that is Bio-Rite-protected will participate in two detailed infection control audits each year, administered by Bio-Rite’s highly experienced personnel.

“The outcome of these audits includes detailed advice and certification, enabling staff to demonstrate a clear paper trail for Care Quality Commission inspections.

However, most importantly, we hope it will make a valuable contribution in improving infection control standards within care and nursing homes across the UK.”

Bio-Rite-protected care homes will be listed on thegoodcarehomeguide.com, a web directory where consumers can assess and review the quality of care offered at institutions across the UK.