Free CQC review template · Six-monthly
Training matrix review
A free 9-point review for every type of CQC-registered service. It evidences the CQC quality statement “Safe and effective staffing” under the Safe key question (Reg 18, 19), as feedback from staff and leaders. Built from CQC. Answer each check below and download a PDF report, or print a blank form.
Checks
- Training records up to date for every role
- Oliver McGowan training on learning disability and autism completed at the right tier
- Safeguarding adults and children training at the right level for each role
- Resuscitation or basic life support training in date
- Infection prevention and control training in date
- Fire safety training and drill attendance recorded
- Data security training in date
- Role-specific competencies signed off
- Overdue training has a named owner and a date
Official sources
- CQC: Training staff to support autistic people and people with a learning disability
- CQC: Regulations for service providers and managers
This checklist summarises the official guidance. Check the sources for the full requirements.
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From CQC
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.
Know your gaps before the inspector does.
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.