Place appropriate mats in the bathroom as well as inside/outside the tub bath. | Trip (accident) | When mats or rugs are rugged or folded up, smalls objects left on the floor (i.e. brush, bucket, etc), uneven floors, etc. | Inform your supervisor about the obstructions on the floor or if the carpet is not placed correctly, remove all the objects from the floor and inform to others. In case of electrical wires on the floor make sure they are not on the way.
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.
| LEARNING OUTCOME | 264 | 2.2, 3.1, 6.4 | What are the main points of the policies and procedures for hand washing?Expose forearms – Bare below the elbowSingle band ringNo bracelets or watchesNails clean and of reasonable lengthNo false nails or nail polishWash with soap and water to remove dirt and micro organisms, or apply alcohol rubWash hands when visibly soiled, contaminated with blood or bodily fluids, after using the toilet, before procedures and before eating. | | | 264 | 3.1, 4.3, 4.4 | What procedures and systems are relevant to the prevention and control of infection?Handwashing – signs for service users and vistors, technique displayed in bathrooms/toilet areasHandgel provided to staff and pumps at main entrance of building.Handwashing used regularly e.g. before interacting with a person, after procedures, before serving food, after using toilet, after blowing nose, whenever visibly soiled, after each shift.Personal protective equipment provided e.g. plastic aprons and gloves for personal care/cleaning activities. New apron/gloves worn between contact with each service user.Uniforms provided to staff – should be clean and well maintained, hair should be tied
Infection control 1.1 It is my responsability to wear the PPE that is provided, also to wear the correct colour aprons to the job i am doing. It is important to use the correct colour mops, buckets and brushes this helps to stop cross infection. Also using the correct colour chopping bored. 1.1a Using equipment provided, washing hands when necessary. Washing clients clothes separate from other clients.
I provided ongoing support. As National Care Standards| | | |10.3 says, that “If you need help, your request will be dealt with politely and as soon as | | | |possible” and My Home Rights and Safety Policy 2.2 tell, that “Residents must feel that the | |22.17 | |environment of the home reflects their individual values and beliefs and the care that they | | | |receive is relevant and sensitive”. Apart from slight carpet burn on arm Mr. G was all right. | | | |The nurse told me to wash the arm properly and put the plaster. Before putting blaster I | | | |washed my hands.
2.2 Explain how to report concerns about the safety and hygiene of equipment or facilities used for personal care. Uniforms should be clean on each day and washed separately from other laundry. Gloves, aprons and good hand washing techniques should be used when
Hazardous substances and medication The Controlled Substances Act The Medicines Act 1968 The Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 A hazardous substance is something that may cause substantial personal injury or illness during handling or use or even swallowing. These substances may be: Cleaning detergents, medication, needles, urine, bodily waste and incontinence products. Employers must: • Ensure safe storage and disposal of substances that are harmful to health. • Check that health hazards from all substances are assessed, including laundry and the kitchen. • Ensure appropriate control measures are implemented.
Hand washing is the single most important method of preventing and controlling infection. All staff in social care settings has to learn hand washing technique. Personal hygiene is the basic consent of cleaning, grooming and caring for our bodies. Personal hygiene prevents the spread of germs and diseases and helping dealing with cross-contamination. All care workers have a responsibility to maintain personal hygiene, look clean, should not wear artificial nails, and manicure natural finger nails.
Health & Safety MU2.4 1.1 Health & Safety is to protect children, staff, parents and carers when entering the building so risks to safety are properly controlled. The name of the policy is Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and the date it was amended is 18th August 2014. It is due to be revised 30th July 2015. Key things from the Health & Safety policy are: * To provide adequate control of Health & Safety risks arising from our work activities * To consult with employers on matters affecting H&S * To provide and maintain safe plant of equipment * To ensure safe handling & use of substances (i.e. cleaning products) * To provide information, instruction and supervision for employees * To
I feel that as I support people with learning disabilities, it is important to establish daily personal hygiene routines to help avoid these problems. Good personal hygiene routines for people living in residential homes is important, as it can be useful for diagnosing physical health problems, such as bumps, bruises or bodily changes that might indicate a health problem. Writing on a person's contact sheet any physical changes, can help diagnose any problems. Good personal hygiene also prevents infection. Poor personal hygiene can have a negative effect on the individual, and affects social relationships with others.