Sit with them check the area to see if there is any swelling or bruising or other obvious signs of damage. If the individual needs medical attention, an ambulance should be called and let them assess the situation and deal with it accordingly. An accident must be filled out detailing what the accident was where it occurred and what actions were carried out; a copy of this must be sent to the office. A top to toe skin check must also be carried out when the individual gets back home to eliminate/find any problems, any findings must be documented. If an individual becomes ill, again sit with them comfort them clean them up as best you can, when you get back home if needed call the G.P for advice, again fill out an accident form explain what has happened.
If an individual has an accident you must follow the guidelines of the policies and procedures manual. Sit with them check the area to see if there is any swelling or bruising or other obvious signs of damage. If the individual needs medical attention, an ambulance should be called and let them assess the situation and deal with it accordingly. An accident must be filled out detailing what the accident was where it occurred and what actions were carried out; a copy of this must be sent to the office. A top to toe skin check must also be carried out when the individual gets back home to eliminate/find
• Beds- they should be checked for; to see if the wheels are ok, to see if the brakes work, the steering bar, mattresses for dirt or damage and to see if the elevation works. • Fire extinguisher- they should be checked for; expiry date, weight and leaks. Hazardous substances; Hazardous substances can cause; • Skin irritation • Asthma • Loss in consciousness • Cancer • Infection Hazardous substances include; • Substances used in work (cleaning agents) • Substances made at work ( fumes from sterilizing) • Natural substances (dust)
Identify three common hazards that could occur Recommend how the hazards you have suggested can be controlled. 8. Three common hazards that could occur in an office environment and recommendations to control these hazards are as follows : * Lack of or poorly maintained fire extinguishers / smoke alarms – Have regular inspections to ensure equipment is in correct working order and have been tested and have had the necessary repairs if required. * Injured/sick customers or staff members- Ensure that employees/employers are aware of the workplace procedures in relation to the provision of First Aid to 3rd parties and have been correctly trained in the application of first aid procedures. * Emergency exits not visible – Make sure emergency exit signs are clearly lit and in place.
You should receive proper training on how and when to use any PPE provided and your employer should carry out regular checks to ensure it is being used correctly. Waste can be a source of infection and needs to be dealt with safely. Employers must have procedures in place to deal with waste materials and spillages to ensure it is dealt with correctly. Your employer is also responsible in reporting any outbreaks of infection within your workplace to appropriate bodies. 1.2 Explain employee’s responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infection The employee has a duty of care for the service users you attend.
Before going out each individuals care plan must be read to see if they have any special needs to be adhered to such as medication at specific times and if the medication should be taken with food. Some examples of accidents or illnesses that could occur could be, an individual could have a slip or a fall or they could become ill, either sick or could have diarrhea. If an individual has an accident you must follow the guidelines of the policies and procedures manual. Sit with them check the area to see if there is any swelling or bruising or other obvious signs of damage. If the individual needs medical attention, an ambulance should be called and let them assess the situation and deal with it accordingly.
Unit 7: Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care Activity P6: Identify the routine care given for each malfunction Cardiovascular system Heart Attack If a person is having a heart attack then they need to make sure that 999 are called immediately. Once an ambulance is called the person who is having a heart attack must be sat in a W position, this position is made by the person having their legs up bent and having their back straight up. Once the person has been positioned appropriately then they will need reassurance, they may need to be told that everything is going to be okay or that the ambulance will not be long. If the person has aspirin on them then it is important to get them to take it, only 300mg should be given. When the ambulance turns up they will immediately put an oxygen mask on the person and then do an ECG on them.
All rooms or equipment that may be used by a child or young person should be considered a risk and have regular checks to make sure that everything is working correctly and is safe and free from damage. Some of these checks are required by law. Managers should make sure all health and saefty checks are carried out as required. In the case of an accident, failure to check any equipment could have sersious consequences. 3.
All adults should work in a safe open enviroment when working 1 to 1 with a child , so not to leave themselves open to accusations. They should follow guidesline in toileting a child or cleaning up after an accident. Inform another adult what needs to be done and preferly another adult attends. If I felt a fellow member of staff display inappropiate conduct with pupil or other staff member i would speak to my headteacher, if I felt i need to take it further i would then address our Chair of Governors requesting him to me ring me direct. He would follow my concerns up and would informed me of results of his findings.
As a Teaching Assistant I would have discussions with the teacher to discuss the lesson plan and the teacher’s expectations and outcome for the lesson. It would be my responsibility to assist the teacher in completing risk assessments before the lesson begins and to read all the instructions on the safe use of the equipment. I would ensure that all the instruments are ready for the lesson, having checked they are in good repair and unlikely to cause injury i.e. : splinters from wooden instruments, sharp edges. If any of the instruments are electronic I must check for current safety test stickers and check all cables and plugs for breaks and repairs, if battery operated, check that the batteries are working and have not blown.