To make sure that by the actions of the work force do not cause injury to themselves or others by their actions or in action. 3. Outline the main health and safety responsibilities of a) The social worker That duty of care are being up held, that the person using the service is being safely cared for following all the appropriate standards. That all risk assessments are up to date and the procedures are being followed. That all risks and hazards are known and that responses are in place.
Regularly do risk assessments so that they can minimise and identify any potential risk that could hard staff or service users. To make sure that I am safe at all times and I don’t put others at risk due to my actions. Make sure that we only do things that we are trained to do and the way that we have been trained to do so. Keep our training all up to date and make sure that we make note of any changes passed on by our manager. To make sure that all employees are health and safety trained and keeps them all up to date with any changes.
Under this legislation all employees have the responsibilities to cooperate with the Trust on matters of health and safety and in the context of this policy particularly regarding the reduction of risks from healthcare associated infections. Infection control policies, procedures and protocols are designed to outline the principals and responsibilities associated with the prevention and control of infection in a health care setting. Follow COSHH and RIDDOR Follow COSHH and RIDDOR Carry out risk assessments Carry out risk assessments Report Hazards and potential Risks Report Hazards and potential Risks Follow policies and procedures Follow policies and procedures Make sure all staff are safe Make sure all staff are safe Be accountable for yourself by checking your own equipment before and after use Be accountable for yourself by checking your own equipment before and after use
SHC 34 - Principles for implementing duty of care in health, social care or children’s and young people’s settings. 1.1 A duty of care is an obligation that any child or young person that is in your care is well looked after and not harmed during a particular task. Within my setting I carry out daily checks to ensure that my setting inside and outside is safe before the children arrive. I make sure that my setting is clean which therefore reduces the risk of spreading affections. I keep up to date my first aid and that I have a fully stocked first aid box.
• Making the environment safe for everyone’s use. • Following organizations policy and procedure on health and safety. 2. Management of Health and Safety at work Regulations 1999- This place responsibility on employers to provide adequate trainings for the staff under their employment.. They must also carry out risk assessments, remove or reduce any health and safety hazards identified.
There are a number of important aspects that need to be taken into account within a setting working with young children. Any setting should have clear policies and procedures set in place surrounding health and safety. All of the rooms and the equipment that is used by the children should have regular health and safety checks to make sure that there is no risk of harm and that they are safe to use. There are checks that should be done by law, including the checks on electrical equipment, which must be checked every year to ensure its safety. The designated officer is in charge of making sure that all required health and safety checks are carried out.
MU 2.4 Contribute to children and young people’s health and safety. Task 1 As a new member of staff my manger has asked me to become familiar with the health and safety policy and procedures with ensuring to implement in my daily routine. 1.1 As a member of staff at Langford primary school, we all have to follow the laws and standards set by the Health and Safety Act 1974. By taking reasonable care of our own health and safety and any other persons who may be affected by our acts or omissions at work, as regards any duty or requirements imposed on our employer or any other persons by or under any of the relevant statutory provisions, co-operate to ensure all health and safety regulations, rules routines and procedures are being applied effectively by both staff and pupils. To check that all machinery and equipment is adequately guarded and in good and safe working order prior to being operated and not to make unauthorised or improper use of machinery, equipment and substances.
CYPCore34-1.1 Describe the factors to take into account when planning healthy and safe indoor and outdoor environments and services. Every person working with children is responsible for their safety; we all have the duty of care. It’s important that the environment children are in is checked regularly before and during activities. We make sure equipment is in good condition and safe for children to use, age appropriate toys, accessible furniture, clean toilet and washing facilities, at all times children are supervised within ratio. It is the responsibility of the Health and Safety Officer, nursery manager and Head Office to ensure health and safety procedures are put in place, making sure people/staff are aware of them and follow them.
These environment risk assessment provide control measures to minimise any identified risk. The risk assessments are reviewed depending on their final risk rating, High risk are reviewed 3 monthly, medium risk are reviewed 6 monthly and low risk is reviewed annually. This is not exhaustive, any risk assessments are also reviewed as and when any changes may occur. At all times I am required to ensure that my staff have the required amount of protective clothing that is required, to ensure their role is carried out safely and to eliminate the risk of infection control. Prior to carrying their role I ensure all staff are adequately trained in Health and Safety, including Moving and Handling, COSHH, Fire Safety, this training is updated on an annual basis and relevant or new legislation passed on when required through team meetings or supervisions.
So you are able to meet their personal needs. Teachers should make sure their learners will be safe physically. for example, making sure that the building meets the rules of health and safety: making sure the fire exits are easily accessible, making sure the structure is appropriate for the learners needs. Such as a ramp for a physically disabled learner. Also teachers need to make sure all the equipment the learners will be using during the course is safe for them to use.