I would ensure that the residents would be presentable in their appearance at all times. Additionally I would ensure that the service user have any aids that are required for examples, glasses, hearing aids, dentures and that these are kept cleaned and work. Another role that I would have within the care home would be to assist the service users in rehabilitation activities under guidance and supervision of the manager. I would also have the responsibility of assisting in the cleaning of the home when needed especially the dining areas after meals. I would also support infection control by cleaning up any spills immediately.
Unit 027 Outcome 1. 1.1 Before admitting children to an area of the nursery a member of staff fills out a risk assessment form. This form asks the following questions: Is the room clean and tidy All fire exits are clear and accessable. Unlock emergency exits. Are the toys clean and are there any broken toys.
1.4 – Describe the impact of environmental changes on resources including storage and use. Most consumables have a use by date on them and will need to be replaced at the practice I work at we check our stock especially medications weekly to ensure they are replaced in enough time. Some equipment can be ruined by temperature or sunlight for example medications that require a fridge must be stored correctly. 3.1 – Describe the importance of ensuring that environments are ready for their next
Unit 18: Health and Safety Procedures in the Workplace 1.1 Define the main responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace of the following: a) employers: The employer has a responsibility for health and safety of all the staff, children and visitors to the nursery premises. The manager and deputy manager are responsible to ensure all policies are reviewed and regularly updated to cover any legal changes. The manager and deputy are to ensure that all staff read and implement the policies within the nursery and that a copy of the policies are easily available for staff to review when needed. The manager and deputy should have first aid training and the responsibility to ensure the first aid box has appropriate materials that are within date and refill when needed. The manager or deputy are to review accident records on a monthly basis to identify any recurring causes of the accidents and amend the situation.
Daniel Blaney Unit 504 – Develop Health and Safety risk management policies procedures and practices in health and social care settings. Level 5 Diploma in Leadership in Health and Social Care 1.1: Explain the legislative framework for health, safety and risk management in the work setting. At Parr Care Home, we provide a homely environment in a care setting staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In our setting we work within a number of laws and legislations such as; Care Standards Act, Disability Act 1989, Leaving Care Act 2000, Health and Safety 1974, Food Hygiene Regulations 2006 etc.. The legislative framework for health, safety and risk management in the work setting.
The Director also attended all Emergency Operations Center briefings to communicate information from the public health team and conversely relay information to the team about perceived needs in the community. The Environmental Health Specialists were tasked with assessing the communities safety related to their environments. Environmental Health specialists inspected restaurants for adherence to food preparation guidelines and sanitization safety. They inspected shelters for sanitary conditions, food safety, and safety of the sleeping environments related to pet accommodations. The Environmental Health Specialists also were responsible for site visits to assess hazardous waste clean-up in homes and in the community.
All old records are kept in the Head teacher’s office. Illness:- Assess the situation (has the child been recently off sick or is there a bug going around the school). Check temperature of the child, take clothing off if necessary. See how the child feels after 15 minutes or so. Inform child’s teacher.
1.1 Identify the main legislation that relates to Health and Safety in your work setting . ‘The legislation relating to general health and safety in social care work settings: The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 Reporting of Injury, Disease and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995 (RIDDOR) The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HASAWA) Food Safety Act 1990 Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) 2002 Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations (PPE) 1992 Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (amended 2002) Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) 1998’ 1.3 Outline the main health and safety responsibilities of the following people: Yourself My main health and safety responsibilities are: monitor the workplace practices such as care activities, care procedures, the use of care materials and equipment. Minimise any risk of danger and possibility of injury and harm to service users, others and myself...Report and record any health and safety concerns. Attend training Your employer or manager The main health and safety responsibilities are: make sure every member of staff is aware of his/her responsibilities with regard to Health and Safety Policy, ensure that there are safe working methods and equipment in place to avoid injury, damage and wastage... Assess and minimise risks, provide health and safety training, information and supervision, provide welfare and first aid facilities and provide protective clothing and equipment free of charge Others in the work environment All staff and visitors to the care home such as service users, relatives, doctors, nurses and agency workers must follow all Health and Safety procedures...follow instructions for use of equipment and report any health and safety concerns. Task 1 – Health and safety 1.4
I am upstairs with Anna helping her get changed as she spilt her drink on herself, when we were alerted to the fire. By the time we were alerted to the fire it had already spread throughout the entire downstairs of the home so it was
You will consider some of the political, economic, social, and ethical issues associated with using quarantine to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. 1. As a class, discuss the term “quarantine” and give examples of the use of quarantine in society. 2. Work with a partner and think about the implications of living in your house under an imposed quarantine for two weeks.