Incident Reporting and Risk Management Tools

Why Assessments Are Essential in Regulated Services
Assessments, including risk assessments, are a fundamental requirement within services regulated by Ofsted and the (CQC) Care Quality Commission. They ensure that risks to children, young people, and vulnerable adults are identified, evaluated, and effectively managed, enabling services to provide safe, appropriate, and person-centred care or education. Regulators expect assessments to demonstrate how providers understand individual needs, safeguard those in their care, prevent harm, and comply with legal duties. Without robust assessments in place, services cannot evidence safe practice, meet regulatory standards, or operate compliantly within regulated provisions.