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CQC Cleaning Mistakes Gainsborough Dentists Must Avoid

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CQC Inspections Are Getting Tougher

If you’re running a dental surgery in Gainsborough, your CQC rating isn’t just a box to tick; it’s a practice-defining score that directly shapes patient trust. And when it comes to cleanliness, the bar has never been higher.

The 2025 National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness have tightened inspection requirements, yet many surgeries are still tripping up on avoidable cleaning mistakes.

Mistake #1: No Colour-Coded Cleaning System

Using the same mop or cloth across toilets, waiting areas, and surgeries is a contamination nightmare. The CQC expects a strict colour-coded system, and they will ask to see it.

Our team uses NHS-approved colour zones as part of our CQC-compliant dental cleaning, so compliance is evident from the first inspection.

Mistake #2: No Audit Trail or Cleaning Records

CQC inspectors don’t just look at the shine — they check your paperwork. Without proper logs showing when, where, and how cleaning was carried out, you’re already losing marks.

With Sentinel™, our digital audit system, every clean is tracked in real time with checklists, photos, and timestamps — giving you inspection-ready proof at your fingertips.

Mistake #3: Using the Wrong Cleaning Chemicals

Some surgeries still rely on off-the-shelf products in clinical areas. That’s a huge red flag. The CQC requires hospital-grade disinfectants, used correctly and safely.

Our uniformed, DBS-vetted staff are fully trained in COSHH, using only compliant, clinical-grade cleaning agents for every risk zone.

Mistake #4: Missed High-Touch Surfaces

Door handles, chair arms, and light switches are the hotspots where infection spreads fastest — and where inspectors look first. Many providers still overlook them.

We go beyond the obvious, targeting every high-touch surface so you pass inspections with confidence.

Why Clean Sweep is Different

For over 20 years, we’ve supported Gainsborough dental practices with CQC-compliant cleaning. We’ve never missed a clean, and our systems are designed to protect both your rating and your reputation.

Book a Free Walkthrough

Don’t wait for an inspector to highlight the gaps. Book your free walkthrough today and see how we help Gainsborough surgeries stay CQC-compliant with zero stress.