The assistant caretakers are also responsible for the maintenance of fixtures and fittings. Staff should notify the assistant caretakers of any hazard in their work area. Induction training All new members of staff must be given a copy of the safety policy. They must read and fully understand their duties. Supply teachers must be fully aware of any local arrangements for emergency action i.e.
Where a member of staff in a care setting believes a vulnerable adult is being abused it must be reported immediately to his/her Manager or senior, unless that person is himself under scrutiny, in such a case the matter must be reported to higher management. The well being of the vulnerable adult is paramount and every effort should be made to make sure the victim knows their rights and how to report any issues. If the vulnerable person is in any immediate physical danger steps must be taken to remove them from this potential danger. In cases where a crime is suspected or has been committed, the police must be contacted. The consultation with the police will lead to a decision about how to/who will investigate if this is needed.
Unit 15 Understand health and safety in social care settings 1. Identify legislation relating to health and safety in social care settings 1.1 All health and safety regulations are governed by The Health & Safety Commission and Executive (HSC/E) who makes sure all requirements from local, national and European legislation are adhered to. The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 is the primary piece of legislation covering occupational health and safety. Under this Act, the employer, the workers and the individuals being supported have responsibilities to ensure safety is maintained in the workplace. My employer displays a copy of this Act on premises.
I must also report any defects or ill health that may happen. My employer is responsible to set in place the policies and procedures, provide employers
It is important to identify and implement WHS procedures and instructions to keep aware of Possible hazardous occurrences, and to be on top of workplace WHS. It also accesses the Workplace regularly and keep employees notified. 7. Describe the procedure for identifying and reporting emergency incidents and injuries to designated persons in the
(1) Sickness & Diarrhoea (2) Burns and Scalds. (3) Fractures ands Suspected Fractures. (D5) EXPLAIN THE PROCEDURE TO BE FOLLOWEDIN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT OR SUDDEN ILLNESS. (1) Get help as soon as possible example emergency services apply first aid training only if you got it. Make sure the client is as comfortable as can be staff should also protect themself complete accidents or sickness illness form log information in client file and inform seniority/manager of the incident.
criminal law (set by parliament) 2. civil law (enforced by Environmental health officers and the health and safety Executive) a) Use of equipment- Making proper use of the equipment provided at work should only be carried out with specific training to all staff using the equipment ensuring they are competent to eliminate or reduce any risk of injury or hazards so to protect your self and others, with frequent training for refreshing all staff in health and safety. Under the health and safety legislation employees have legal responsibilities, if broken those responsible can receive a disciplinary depending on the severances of the incident, they can also be arrested, brought to court, find and/or imprisoned. b) first aid- First aid is the first help given to someone to prevent injury or illness from becoming worse. First aid can save lives so adequate training for first aid must be in place for all staff and made aware of the first aid arrangements. If a incident accurse and you are trained in first aid and feel confident to deal with the situation then do so, if not then get help immediately and provide assistance as required, failure to do so and fist aid is undertaken with out the right training putting your self and the person you are caring for at risk could result in a disciplinary, arrested, brought to court, find and/or
They have to report any hazards or potential hazards to the employer. The social care worker also has to attend mandatory training. Comparing this to the employer or manager, the manager is responsible for organising staff training. When the care worker has reported a hazard or potential hazard it is the managers duty to have a risk assessment
TDA 2.2 (1.2 1.4) Identify the lines of responsibility and reporting for health and safety in the work setting. Describe how health and safety is monitored and maintained in setting. The lines of responsibility may vary depending on the school’s policy, but the most general are: 1. Head Teacher : who is the ultimate responsible for the health and safety within the school; 2. Health and safety officer: monitor and ensure that policies and procedures are understood and followed by all; 3.
An employer’s duties include ensuring the health, safety and welfare of all employees by means of risk assessments, training and instruction for employees and sharing of information. Employers must have a written Health and Safety policy that all employees have familiar with. Employees have a common duty of care to take reasonable precautions for the health and safety of themselves and others. All employers are required to display the Health and Safety Law poster. Other relevant acts within the Health and Safety Act relating to early Years are: * Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH) This Act details how to protect children from dangerous chemicals (including cleaning materials and medicines).