Regulation 7 Requirements in relation to the responsible individualI1
England and Wales
This regulation does not apply to a service provider who is an individual.
A service provider to whom this regulation applies must ensure that the person who is designated as the responsible individual—
is supported to carry out their duties effectively, and
undertakes appropriate training.
In the event that the service provider has reason to believe that the responsible individual has not complied with a requirement imposed by the regulations in Parts 11 to 15, the provider must—
take such action as is necessary to ensure that the requirement is complied with, and
notify the service regulator.
During any time when the responsible individual is unable to fulfil their duties, the service provider must ensure that there are arrangements in place for—
the effective management of the service,
the effective oversight of the service,
the compliance of the service with the requirements imposed by the regulations in Parts 3 to 10, and
monitoring, reviewing and improving the quality of support provided.
If the responsible individual is unable to fulfil their duties for a period of more than 28 days, the service provider must—
notify the service regulator, and
inform the service regulator of the interim arrangements.