STANDARD 27 - Fitness of premises for use as fostering service

There are efficient and robust administrative systems, including IT and communication systems. Premises have:

1. Facilities for the secure retention of records;
2. appropriate measures to safeguard IT systems; and
3. an appropriate security system.

The premises and its contents are insured (or there are alternative prompt methods of replacing lost items).

The provider has a Business Continuity Plan, which staff understand and can access, which will include both provision of premises and safeguarding/back up of records.