DSPT Health Check: Strengthening Data Security for Care Providers

As part of the national Better Security Better Care programme, the DSPT team has been visiting care providers to offer free in-person reviews of their completed Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) submissions. We’re thrilled to share that the results so far from this pilot scheme have been very positive!

Here’s why we believe a DSPT health check could make a real difference for your service:

1. Ensure Compliance

The DSPT health check helps confirm that your organisation is meeting the required data protection standards. This gives you confidence that you’re on track and that your data security is up to par.

2. Strengthen Your Data Security

By reviewing your data security practices, we can identify any vulnerabilities and work together to improve your protection against data breaches and cyber threats. It's all about making sure your data is as safe as possible.

3. Confidential Report with Clear Actions

After the health check, we’ll provide you with a confidential report that outlines the findings and gives you clear, practical steps to make improvements. This ensures you can take the right actions moving forward.

4. Support for CQC Inspections

Having a DSPT health check under your belt shows your commitment to data security and can help support your CQC inspection. Many of the providers we’ve visited have found that it not only strengthens their compliance, but could also help improve their ratings, potentially even reaching the “Outstanding” status.

5. Reduce the Risk of Data Breaches and Fines

Identifying and addressing potential issues early helps you reduce the risk of data breaches or penalties. It’s all about taking proactive steps to protect your reputation and avoid costly fines.

6. Recognition for Going Above and Beyond

Participating in the DSPT health check shows that your organisation is dedicated to going beyond the minimum requirements. It’s a great way to show your team and service users that you’re committed to excellence in data security.

We’ve been really pleased with the feedback so far from providers who’ve taken part in this pilot scheme and we’re excited to continue working with others to help improve data security across the sector. This is a great opportunity to strengthen your data protection practices and ensure you’re fully compliant. Plus, we’d love to hear your thoughts on how the process is working for you!

For more information, or to book a slot please contact us:

Sara Small – sara.small@devoncarehomes.org

Carla Selway – carla.selway@devoncarehomes.org