Some may be obvious and quite likely to happen, such as slipping in a place where floors are often wet. Others may be less obvious, but could have such serious consequences that I need to makes sure the risks are controlled take for example going onto a roof for cleaning or repairs. The health and safety at work etc Act 1974, is used to ensure that everyone in the health and social care setting is working safety and they are promoting the safety of each service user. The management of health and safety at work regulation 1990 also apply to every workplace and require all risk to be assessed and controlled. Keeping a record It is important to keep a record of all risk assessment but important of everyone who uses the care setting.
1.2 Explain employers’ responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of Infection. Employers should make the workplace a safe environment that is safe for work but also for all individuals and visitors. Employers must carry out risk assessments to assess the dangers of certain work activities and then are responsible for putting strategies in place for minimizing the risk. Employers must provide PPE and provide training and refresher updates on infection control. 2.1 Outline current legislation and regulatory body standards which are relevant to the Prevention and control of infection.
1.2Explain how duty of care contributes to the safeguarding or protection of individuals. If you make sure risk assessments are being carried out within the workplace to make sure all equipment and toys are safe for the children in my care .Assessing the workplace and making sure there are no potential hazards like hazard materials being left out or electrical sockets being left uncovered. That food is stored properly to stop cross-infection and the kitchen is always clean. 2.Know how to address conflicts or dilemmas that may arise between an individual’s rights and the duty of care. 2.1Describe potential conflicts or dilemmas that may arise between the duty of care and an individual’s rights.
And to help with reporting accidents and make arrangements for emergencies. 1.3 A The social care worker have responsibilities in the work place these include to take reasonable care of your own health and safety. To avoid wearing jewellery and loose clothing if operating machinery or using equipment. To keep long hair tied up and out of the way if using machinery or equipment. To take reasonable care and not to put other people at risk.
Health and safety regulations Management of health and safety t work regulations 1999 This places a responsibility on employers to train staff in relation to health and safety legislation, fire prevention, and moving and handling issues. Employers must also carry out risk assessments, remove or reduce any health and safety hazards that are identified, and write safe working procedures based on their risk assessments. The manual handling operations regulations 1992 (amended 2002) These regulations cover all manual handling activities, such as lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling or carrying objects or people. A large proportion of workplace injuries are due to poor manual handling skills. Employers have duty to assess the risks surrounding any activity that involves manual handling.
The health and safety (first aid) regulations. Management of health and safety at work regulations. Make the workplace a safe environment to work in and prevent any risks to health. Make sure all equipment is in good working order and regularly checked. Regularly do risk assessments so that they can minimise and identify any potential risk that could hard staff or service users.
| * To report any potential risks or hazards within the workplaceTo report and record all potential risks and hazards is very important to protect everyone to who comes in contact with that particular client. For each hazard you need to be clear about who might be harmed it will help you identify the best way of managing the risk. | * Take reasonable care for your own health and safety equipment or materials that you have been supplied by your employerIt’s important to protect yourself and others by making sure your protective equipment is in correct order for example you wear
Absenteeism can become a great burden on coworkers since they are the ones who have to pick up the slack from the absent employee. If an employee is excessively absent then the employer may consider terminating that employee which would raise the turnover rate. Accidents, Downtime, and
1.2) Explain employers’ responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infection Employers have the responsibility of ensuring the safety of our work place in such a way that is protects members of staff and the public from infection. To ensure the safety of the working place employers are expected to carry out risk assessment to access the extent of dangers on certain work activities and put in place key strategies to minimise exposure to danger. Employers should provide the requisite training on safety management to staff and also provide PPE and cleaning materials for free for staff and visitors in the work place environment. [019.2] Understand legislation and policies relating to prevention and control of infections 2.1) Outline current legislation and regulatory body standards which are relevant to the prevention and control of infection Most of the legal regulation concerning infection prevention and control comes under the Health and Safety Act 1974, also there is the
Question 1: a) What legal obligations does the employees have to ensure the health and safety of himself and others at work? Employees legal obligations * comply with workplace health and safety instructions * take corrective action to eliminate hazards at work, or report those hazards which cannot be immediately corrected * seek appropriate first aid or treatment for injuries and illnesses and report on the appropriate form * use any personal protective equipment provided * be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures * not wilfully or recklessly interfere with or misuse any health and safety equipment * not to wilfully place at risk the health and safety of anyone * not wilfully injure themselves WorkSafe Victoria's responsibilities include: * help avoid workplace injuries occurring * enforce Victoria's occupational health and safety laws * provide reasonably priced workplace injury insurance for employers * help injured workers back into the workforce, and * manage the workers' compensation scheme by ensuring the prompt delivery of appropriate services and adopting prudent financial practices. WorkCover NSW administers and oversees: * work health and safety * licensing and registration * workers compensation insurance * workers compensation benefits, and * sustainable return to employment for injured workers. PCBU obligations include: * safe systems of work * safe use of plant, structures and substances * adequate facilities for the welfare of workers * notification and recording of workplace incidents * adequate information, training, instruction and supervision * compliance with requirements under the Work Health and Safety Regulation * effective systems for monitoring the health of workers and workplace conditions * a safe work