Assessment Objectives 1, 2 and 3 should focus upon identifying the key hazards to health safety and security and the corresponding measures in place to minimise such risks. The list of hazards is not exhaustive and candidates could identify additional hazards by investigating an airport close to their own location. Most airports and airlines have useful websites (see Resources section) that describe many of the security measures in place and give advice on health issues for passengers. In addition, the airport and airline industry, and its regulators, produce a lot of material on safety that could help with
Legislation is the low produced by governing legal principles outlining the responsibilities of event organisers such as local authority, to protect the safety of the public. Code of practice is a written guide issued by an official body or a professional association to its members to help them comply with its ethical standards. COSHH regulation procedures hazardous substances must be labelled corrosive, irritant, harmful or toxic and may also have warning diagram. Substance must be locked away after use. Manual Handling operations regulation work in pairs, procedure ask for help , use lifting equipment’s and any hazards that may cause injury .
1. Why is it critical to follow safety procedures and instructions when conducting work? It is critical to follow safety procedures and instructions when conducting work to reduce and eliminate possible incidents and accidents. When working with hazardous materials, machinery, waste, chemicals etc., it is critical to follow the instructions so that no accidents resulting in harm can occur. 2.
A list of the principles to be followed for safe moving and handling. Up to date training on manual handling must be carried out and a risk assessment must be carried out, recorded and followed to minimise the risk of injury to the individuals and the staff. This would provide information such as the number of people required to transfer a service user, mobility equipment needed ect. Care plans must be complete, up to date and read to understand the heath requirements of the individuals. Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 (HSWA) Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (MHOR) (as amended 2002)Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations are all legislations relevant to moving and handling and these must be followed.
1.3 – Outline the main health and safety responsibilities of: Self -To take reasonable care of your own health and safety. -To avoid wearing jewellery and loose clothing, especially when using machinery. -To take reasonable care not to put other people at risk. -To co-operate with your employer. - To report any injuries or illness.
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. (D6) EXPLAIN WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO ACCESS HEALTH AND SAFETY RISKS. (1) Its is important in order to protect the health and safety of both you and the people you support. You should always check that a risk assessment has been carried out before you undertake any task and follow the steps identify in the assessment in order to reduce risk. (D7) EXPLAIN THE DIFFERENT STAGES OF A RISK ASSESSMENT.
* And to ensure that all PPE/equipment is correct and available and working at all time. Outcome 2:- There are many current legislations and regulatory body standards which are relevant to the prevention and control of infection. These include:- * COSHH:- the control of substances hazardous to health, this requires employers to control substances hazardous to health, within the workplace. They need to make sure that the correct and appropriate risk assessments, which are vital, are carried out and both employees and service users are safe from harm. * RIDDOR:- Reporting of injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences.
Reporting of Injury, Disease and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) is relevant as it requires that any infection or disease that is work Related be recorded and reported. There are regulatory bodies such as the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) and the Food Standards Agency (FSA) that produce standards to guide and inform infection prevention and control practices. The HSE is an independent regulator for work-related health, safety and illness; provide information and advice to reduce risks of accidents occurring in the workplace including the spread of
Unit 4223-030 Helen Harding Emergency first aid skills Reflective account Preserve/prevent worsening/promote recovery Outcome 1 Access a situation quickly and calmly, protecting yourself and any casualties from danger. If possible wear gloves and apron to help prevent cross-infection. Keep casualty comfortable and reassure casualty. Asses the casualty, provide early treatment. Treat casualties with the most serious conditions first and arrange for appropriate help.
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.