Assessment and moving on

e) Assessment
A formal independent assessment process must be undertaken. Establishments will be expected to provide a range of evidence to meet all the award criteria. An on site assessment visit of up to 2 days duration will be carried out by trained and experienced assessors. A written summary report, indicating strengths and areas for further development will be produced. The report, which will be produced in a common format, will include an appropriate recommendation to the panel.

f) Accreditation panel
The accreditation panel, made up of experienced CEG and WRE practitioners and managers, will meet approximately twice yearly to consider assessment reports and assessor recommendations. The panel will ensure that consistent and common assessment has taken place and will act as the verifier and moderator of all assessments.

g) Notification of outcome and award of certificate
Establishments will on achievement of the first award module receive a certificate and an award plaque. On completion of the second module the establishement will be given a second certificate plus permission to use the award logo on stationary. Presentation of the CWQA certificate and trophy will take place publicly as a celebration of success either at a special ceremony and/or at the establishment. A framed certificate will be provided. The award lasts for three years, and the expiry date will be clearly shown. During this period the award logo can be used by the establishment as required. Successful establishments will be awarded a certificate as soon as possible after the award panel has made their recommendation. A celebration of the success of the CWQA will be held at which successful establishments will be presented with a unique plaque to commemorate their success.

h) Subsequent module
Establishments achieving the initial module will now focus on achieving the subsequent module and be ready for assessment within one year.