Unit 9 UNDERSTAND HOW TO HANDLE INFORMATION IN SOCIAL CARE SETTINGS. 1. Understand the need for secure handling of information in social care settings 2.1 Identify the legislation that relates to the recording, storage and sharing of information in social care The Data Protection Act 1998 is a United Kingdom Act of Parliament which defines UK law on the processing of data on identifiable living people. It is the main piece of legislation that governs the protection of personal data in the UK. Although the Act itself does not mention privacy, it was enacted to bring UK law into line with the European Directive of 1995 which required Member States to protect peoples fundamental rights and freedoms and in particular their right to privacy with respect to the processing of personal data.
The decision was made that the child was to be ward of the court. The transfusion was in administrated because it is stated at the beginning of the constitution act section (Guarantee of rights and freedoms) #1 The C.H.R.F guarantees the rights and freedoms set out in it subject only to such REASONABLE LIMITS prescribed by law as can be demonstrably justified in a free democratic society. In which case was the right of the court to determine where the right of the parents stops. It is also stated in (legal right) #7 everyone has the right to life, liberty, and security of the person. And also in same section (legal right) #12 every one has the right not to be subjected to any cruel and unusual treatment or punishment.
A Law is considered to be an act when it has already been passed by a legislative body. It is for this reason that certain acts vary from one county to another A Regulation is one that is approved by a group of individuals based on an act that has already been passed. These regulations are based on the act that has been approved and served as a means to make the act easier to follow and adhere to. Delegated or secondary legislation allows the Government to make changes to the law using powers conferred by an Act of Parliament. Health And Safety At Work Act 1974: The Health and Safety At work Act 1974, is the primary piece of legislation covering occupational health and safety in Great Britain.
What rights should everyone have? How do we balance these rights? Everybody has rights protected by the constitution, but for every right a human is given there is a balance that limits the power of the right. Rights are considered to be necessary for civilization, being thought of as the principles of society and culture. I believe that everyone is born with the freedom of speech, we are all born equally, and I also believe that you have rights no matter where you go.
List three that relate to diversity, equality, inclusion and discrimination. Equality act 2010 The primary purpose of the Act is to codify the complicated and numerous array of Acts and Regulations, which formed the basis of anti-discrimination law in Great Britain. This was, primarily, the Equal Pay Act 1970, the Sex Discrimination Act 1975, the Race Relations Act 1976, the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 and three major statutory instruments protecting discrimination in employment on grounds of religion or belief, sexual orientation and age Human rights act 1998. The Act sets out the fundamental rights and freedoms that individuals in the UK have access to. They include right to life,freedom of expression,right to
4222-245 1.1 The legislation that has been put in place to promote human rights, inclusion, and equal life chances of people with learning difficulties is the human rights act. The Act sets out the fundamental rights and freedoms that individuals in the UK have access to. They include: • Right to life • Freedom from torture and inhuman or degrading treatment • Right to liberty and security • Freedom from slavery and forced labour • Right to a fair trial • No punishment without law • Respect for your private and family life, home and correspondence • Freedom of thought, belief and religion • Freedom of expression • Freedom of assembly and association • Right to marry and start a family • Protection from discrimination in respect of these rights and freedoms • Right to peaceful enjoyment of your property • Right to education • Right to participate in free elections 1.2 I would like to believe that the policies and procedures that are in place are known by the people with learning difficulties and their families to know they have the same rights as everyone else. This helps to reduce the chance of discrimination although vulnerable people such as people with learning difficulties are more susceptible to be a victim of abuse. 2.1 A condition giving rise to learning difficulties, especially when not associated with physical disability.
| Discussion on how Equal Opportunities Legislation Relates to Ethical Issues | | | | | Contents Introduction 3 Discussion 4 Conclusion 9 References 10 Introduction This assignment is going to compare and relate the equal opportunities legislation, the nurse’s code of conduct and the nurse’s code of practice with the ethical issues that are apparent in professional practice, such as the hospitals. The equal opportunities legislation is a law that has to be respected in a work place. This law associated with inequality makes all the Acts come into action, to prevent discrimination in a professional practice, towards patients or other employees (Human Resources, 2013). Discussion The Equality Act 2010 was brought in on the 1st October 2010. Any reports before the 1st October 2010 the Equality Act cannot help resolve the matter.
UNIT 205 Understand Employment Responsibilities and Rights in Health, Social Care and Children and Young People’s Settings Outcome 1.1 Describe some different aspects of employment that are covered by law: Some of the aspects of employment covered by law are: * The Health and Safety Act, 1974 * Protection of Children Act, 1999 * The Data Protection Act, 1978 * National Minimum Wage Act, 1998 - The Equality Act 2010 * The Children Act, 2004 * Employment Rights Act, 1996 The Health and Safety Act, 1974 : All workers have a right to work in places where risks to their health and safety are properly controlled. Health and safety is about stopping you getting hurt at work or ill through work. Your employer is responsible for health and safety, but you must help. Employers and employee should work together to ensure a safe and healthy workplace; this is why they have both rights and responsibilities. http://www.hse.gov.uk/legislation/hswa.htm Protection of Children Act, 1999: Aiming to protect children, the Secretary of State has the power to keep a list (the ISA Children’s barred list) of people that are not suitable to work with children and young people and for this reason cannot be employed by Local Authorities, schools and Further Education establishments.
Unit 209 Understand how to handle information in social care settings. Outcome 1 Understand the need for secure handling of information in social care settings. 1.1 Identify the legislation that relates to the recording, storage and sharing of information in social care. The Data Protection Act 1998 controls how your personal information is used by organisations, businesses and the government. Everyone responsible for using data or storing data has to follow strict rules called 'Data protection principles' these are as follows: Used fairly and lawfully used for specifically stated purposes kept for no longer than is absolutely necessary kept safe and secure Not transferred outside the UK without adequate protection For more sensitive information such as ethnic background, political opinions, religious beliefs, health, sexual health and criminal records there is stronger legal protection.
Unit 9 Understanding requirements for handling information in health and social care settings. 1.1 Identify legislation and codes of practice that relate to handling information in Health and Social Care The Data Protection Act 1998 - This Law protects personal privacy and maintains individual's rights, it gives rights to the people that the information is about. Data subjects it puts obligations to the people who hold the information. If you do not abide by this law it is a criminal offence and will be prosecuted. Freedom of Information Act 2000 - Is an Act of Parliament of the Parliament of the United Kingdom that creates a public "right of access" to information held by public authorities.