Compliance UK

Emergency lighting monthly test

One of the 19 premises, fire and equipment checks in Compliance UK's dental pack, with the fields to record, who usually does it and where it sits in the CQC framework.

What this check is

By default, Compliance UK schedules it every month. You can change the schedule. The any team member usually does it.

The record is a signed log. Whoever does the check signs each entry. A signed entry can't be edited or deleted afterwards.

Area
Premises, fire and equipment
Default schedule
Monthly
Usually done by
Any team member
Evidence kept
Signed log

What to record each time

The log for this check has 2 fields, each with its valid range beside it where there is one.

Log fields for emergency lighting monthly test
FieldTypeUnitValid range
All fittings illuminatedPass or failNoneNot applicable
Faulty fittingsTextNoneNot applicable

On the phone, after scanning the QR label

All fittings illuminated
Pass or fail PassFail
Faulty fittings
Free text

Where it sits in the CQC framework

This check is evidence for one CQC quality statement.

Safe environments · Safe

We detect and control potential risks in the care environment. We make sure that the equipment, facilities and technology support the delivery of safe care.

It also maps to Regulation 15: Premises and equipment of the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014.

Other premises, fire and equipment checks

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