Prepare for a CQC assessment of adult social care

External auditor and inspectorate liaison (Ofsted, CQC): Prepare for a CQC assessment of adult social care. Starts when: CQC requests information. Steps: Submit the information return and evidence; Host the site visit; Receive the rating; Act. Done when: The rating is received and actions are tracked. Rules that apply: Health and Social Care Act 2008 s46 as amended by the Health and Care Act 2022.