Free CQC audit template · Quarterly
Mealtime observation
A free 5-point audit for care homes. It evidences the CQC quality statement “Kindness, compassion and dignity” under the Caring key question (Reg 10), as observation. Built from CQC, NICE. Answer each check below and download a PDF report, or print a blank form.
Checks
- People offered a choice of food and drink
- Support given at the person's pace, with dignity
- Modified diets and textures correct
- Drinks offered throughout the day
- Intake recorded for people at risk
Official sources
This checklist summarises the official guidance. Check the sources for the full requirements.
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Templates summarise official guidance as of October 2026. They do not replace it: always check the linked source for the full requirements. Audit Angel CQC is not affiliated with the Care Quality Commission.
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Set-up takes ten minutes. Start with example evidence for your type of service, run your first audit, then replace the examples with your own.
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