Risk Enablement Frameworks in Adult Social Care Services
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Risk enablement frameworks provide a structured approach to positive risk-taking, ensuring consistency across services. Commissioners and inspectors expect providers to evidence how risk decisions are made, reviewed and governed. These frameworks support positive risk-taking while aligning with quality and governance requirements.
What is a risk enablement framework?
A risk enablement framework sets out how risks are identified, assessed, managed and reviewed in a person-centred way.
It provides clarity for staff and reassurance for commissioners.
Operational example: structured decision-making
Frameworks typically include:
• clear risk assessment tools
• guidance on proportionality
• escalation routes for complex decisions
This supports consistent practice.
Operational example: multidisciplinary input
Risk enablement often involves:
• input from health professionals
• family and advocate involvement
• collaboration with commissioners
This strengthens decision quality.
Operational example: regular review cycles
Providers embed review processes to:
• respond to changing needs
• reduce controls over time
• evidence learning and improvement
Commissioner expectations
Commissioners expect frameworks to demonstrate:
• transparency in risk decisions
• alignment with Care Act wellbeing duties
• consistency across services
Safeguarding and inspection scrutiny
CQC inspectors assess whether:
• frameworks are applied in practice
• staff understand their role
• safeguarding remains effective
Governance and assurance
Risk enablement frameworks are assured through:
• audit programmes
• senior management oversight
• learning from incidents
Outcomes and impact
Well-implemented frameworks support independence, reduce unnecessary restrictions and strengthen regulatory confidence.
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