Identify legislation and national guidelines affecting pressure area care 2. Describe agreed ways of working relating to pressure area care 3. Describe why team working is important in relation to providing pressure area care. Outcome 3 Be able to follow the agreed care plan 1. Describe why it is important to follow the agreed care plan 2.
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2.2 Describe how to manage risks associated with conflicts or dilemmas between an individual’s rights and the duty of care Speak with the manager to implement protocols in regards to the situation. As above, carers could ask at various times if the individual would like personal care and to include objects of reference or imagery to reduce confusion. Furthermore, the manager would possibly need to assess the individual’s mental capacity in making specific decisions. 2.3 Explain where to get additional support and advice about conflicts and dilemmas Additional support can be retained from sources including, company Policies and Procedures, management, online (internet/CQC website) and through the training we receive. 3.1 Describe how to respond to complaints Complaints are dealt with impartially and with confidence.
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Understand anatomy and physiology in relation to moving and positioning individuals 2. Understand legislation and agreed ways of working when moving and positioning individuals 3. Be able to minimise risk before moving and positioning individuals 4. Be able to prepare individuals before moving and positioning 5. Be able to move and position an individual 6.
This specification details the knowledge and understanding required to carry out competent practice in the performance described in this unit. When using this specification it is important to read the knowledge requirements in relation to expectations and requirements of your job role. You need to show that you know, understand and can apply in practice: Values 1 legal and organisational requirements on equality, diversity, discrimination and rights when carrying out specific plan of care activities 2 how to provide active support and promote the individual’s rights, choices and well-being when carrying out specific plan of care activities. Legislation and organisational policy and procedures 3 codes of practice and conduct; standards and guidance relevant to your own and others’ roles, responsibilities, accountability and duties when carrying out plan of care activities 4 current local, UK and European legislation, and organisational requirements, procedures and practices for: a accessing records and information b recording, reporting, confidentiality and sharing information, including data protection. Theory and practice 5 key changes in the condition and circumstances of individuals with whom you work and actions to take in these circumstances 6 where to access information on the specific needs, preference and condition of individuals 7 where to go if you need
Examples of these include but are not limited to: P.P.E – Is in place to protect the service user and myself from cross contamination M.H.O.R – Moving and handling procedures are in place to prevent injury or harm to carers or service users. Health and safety policies and procedures are in place to ensure that all staff are up to date with current legislation and training and know how to record and report any accidents, incidents and faulty equipment. Outline the responsibilities the Health & Safety at Work act places on the: a.Employer It is the responsibility of the employer under the health and safety regulations to provide: Information, instruction, training, supervision and monitoring of employees Provision and maintenance of equipment and safe systems of work Maintenance of a safe and healthy working environment with necessary
This could be from themselves or others so all tasks needs to be assessed prior to undertaking them to ensure the risks are reduced to the minimum level and that they receive the appropriate level of support. Aiii The duty of care is a guideline that is held within the care setting to ensure the care staff are aware of their responsibilities and know what is expected of them whilst they are promoting the well being of the individuals being supported. These guidelines are in place to protect individuals within the care setting whether it is a person living within the care setting or the support staff working within the organisation. Aiv Duty of care contributes to the safeguarding of individuals because it sets out the standards required to provide appropriate levels of care within the setting so that no harm comes to either the individual living within the setting or the staff supporting them e.g. complaints or accusations.
Protection may including identifying The significant risks Control measures for hazards Arrangements for reporting Accidents or Health Problems Arrangements for first aid, fire and emergencies Arrangements for health and safety Aiii An explanation of how health and safety policies and procedures protect people who work in social care settings. Health and safety policies and procedures sets out how employees are expected to conduct themselves in a social care setting, they can achieve this in a number of ways one of which is to adhere to the general social care councils codes of practice. Take reasonable care not to put other people, including other employees and the general public at risk by what you do or don't do at work co-operate with your employer making sure you get proper training and you understand and follow your organizations health and safety policies. Also you
Understand the use of materials, equipment and resources are available when undertaking pressure area care Describe why team working is important in relation to providing pressure area care 3.2 3. Be able to follow the agreed care plan Describe agreed ways of working relating to pressure area care Explain why it is important to use risk assessment tools