An investigation into an allegation of abuse at a HSE-run centre for people with disabilities had not commenced when HIQA inspected the facility 11 months later.
That is according to an inspection report published by the Health Information and Quality Authority.
An announced inspection was conducted by the watchdog in April this year, to assess whether the registration of the facility located in the east of the country, should be renewed.
The report - one of 32 published today - said while there were safeguarding plans in place, an investigation of an abuse allegation made in May 2020 had not commenced.
It said that "there was insufficient evidence that this matter was effectively managed" adding that "the behaviour of one of the residents posed a safeguarding risk to others".
HIQA was informed that agreed Terms of Reference for the investigation were in place and that the Provider Representative was working to conclude the investigation.
"Any findings or recommendations from the investigating team will be implemented", it said.
HIQA also found "a significant level of non-compliance" at another centre for people with disabilities in the midlands.
The Section 39 centre, which is funded by the Health Service Executive, had been threatened with closure in December last year.
A follow up inspection in April found that while there was "evidence of actions", a significant level of non-compliance remained.
These related to staff training, management of residents' finances and overall oversight in the centre.
While HIQA acknowledged that the provider attempted to improve the quality and safety of the service, it noted continued non-compliance in relation to the assessed support and care needs of residents.
Even though additional staffing had been put in place, concerns remained about the compatibility of a resident group in one unit of the centre based on the behaviours displayed.
The centre outlined how it would improve matters in areas where it was found non compliant, including a commitment to "a more robust system" to ensure all residents' financial transactions were recorded.
Of the 32 inspections published, inspectors found a generally good level of compliance with the regulations and standards in 12 centres operated by a number of providers.
Non-compliance with the regulations and standards on 20 inspections.
