Ofsted Location Risk Assessment
Identify premises risks before they become regulatory problems.
Why applications fail due to Location Risk Assessment?
Many providers underestimate how closely regulators look at the relationship between premises, service delivery and safety.
Suitability of Premises
The location may look suitable commercially, but not meet the operational needs of the regulated activity, client group or care pathway.
Accessibility, Infection Control or Environmental Safety
Layout, access, equipment, storage, waste, privacy, safeguarding and health and safety arrangements may not withstand scrutiny.
Safety
Providers often cannot evidence how risks have been assessed, controlled and monitored across the premises.
Late Identification of Red Flags
By the time issues are found, providers may have already signed leases, invested in refurbishment or submitted applications.
Our Solution
A structured risk review before you commit, submit or operate.
360Compliance provides a practical, regulator-aware assessment of your proposed or existing location.
Premises Suitability Review
Assessment of whether the location supports the intended regulated activity, client pathway and operational model.
Infection Prevention & Control Considerations
Assessment of layout, cleaning arrangements, waste management, hand hygiene, clinical areas, storage and contamination risks where relevant.
Equipment & Facilities Review
Assessment of whether facilities, furniture, fixtures, fittings and equipment are suitable, safe and proportionate to the service.
Documentation Gap Review
Identification of missing or weak evidence such as risk assessments, maintenance logs, equipment records, fire safety documents and cleaning schedules.
Health & Safety Risk Review
Review of visible premises-related risks, safety controls, access arrangements, environmental hazards and operational risk points.
Accessibility & Service User Flow
Review of access, movement, privacy, dignity, waiting areas, consultation rooms, care areas and emergency arrangements.
Safeguarding & Privacy Considerations
Review of environmental risks linked to vulnerable service users, confidentiality, supervision, privacy and safe use of space.
Written Action Plan
Clear summary of risks, findings, recommended actions and evidence required to strengthen compliance readiness.
Our Client Journey
From Start To Finish
Initial Scope Review
We review your service model, regulated activity, client group, proposed premises use and regulatory objective.
Premises Information Gathering
You provide key information such as floor plans, photos, lease status, service description, room usage and existing compliance documents.
Location Risk Assessment
We assess the location against premises suitability, operational risk, safety, accessibility, infection control, safeguarding and governance expectations.
Findings & Action Plan
You receive a clear risk summary with practical recommendations, priority actions and evidence needed to strengthen your compliance position.
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Price
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VAT
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Total
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Social Care Providers |
Location Risk Assessment |
£800 |
£160 |
£960 |
Our Prices
Transparent & Precise.
Clear pricing based on service type, complexity, and level of support required.
So you know exactly what to expect, with no surprises and no hidden charges.
What makes us different?
Why work with us?
Regulatory Expertise
We understand what Ofsted is looking for at registration stage.
Service-Specific Approach
Your application is built around your actual service model, premises, leadership structure, children’s needs, staffing arrangements, and governance risks — not generic templates that fail under scrutiny.
End-to-End Support
We do not leave you to figure things out in disconnected pieces. We support the full registration journey from initial planning and documentation through to application readiness and interview preparation.
Evidence-Led Preparation
We help you create a clear regulatory evidence trail so your application, policies, governance systems, and leadership narrative all align before Ofsted starts asking questions.
Your questions answered
Common questions
What is a Location Risk Assessment?
A Location Risk Assessment is a structured review of your premises to identify safety, suitability, operational and compliance risks before registration, inspection or service delivery.
Can you assess a premises before I sign a lease?
Yes. This is often the best time to do it. It can help you avoid committing to a location that may later create regulatory or operational problems.
Do I receive a written report?
Yes. You receive a written risk summary and action plan outlining key findings, risk areas and recommended next steps.
Can this support my CQC or Ofsted application?
Yes. A properly reviewed location can support your evidence base, premises suitability narrative and readiness for registration or inspection.
Can you help us fix the issues identified?
Yes. We can support with documentation, policies, risk assessments, governance records and wider compliance evidence where required. Additional fees may apply depending on the scope.
Your Compliance | Our Expertise | Zero Compromise.
Do not let the wrong location
Ruin your registration outcome.
360Compliance helps you assess the location properly, identify gaps early and build the evidence needed to show that your service is safe, suitable and inspection-ready.
