Websites are also a good tool to use for guidance about handling information such as www.gov.uk/data-protection/the-data-protection-act Bii explain what a social care worker should do if they have worries over recording, storing or sharing information A social care worker would put their concerns in writing and be clear about dates and times and what steps you took and any responses you have had. You would first talk to your senior or manager. If not dealt with then you would go to the next person in charge. You may also involve the
Health and Social Care Assignment UNIT 4 - PRINCIPLES OF SAFEGUARDING AND PROTECTION IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ASSIGNMENT OVERVIEW In this assignment you will demonstrate your understanding of safeguarding adults. You will describe different types of abuse, the signs and symptoms associated with them and what to do if you are aware of or suspect an individual has been abused or you note unsafe practice. You will research failings in care services and explore how best practice can help to keep individuals safe. You will also identify the range of people who may be involved with safeguarding, along with the policies and procedures that govern best safeguarding practice. TASKS There are three tasks to this assignment.
Task B – Poster Create a poster about confidentiality which can be used in an adult social care setting. The poster must: Give a definition of the term 'confidentiality' as it applies in adult social care settings. Describe examples of how to maintain confidentiality in day to day communication. Describe examples of situations where you might need to share confidential information with other professionals or the carers of individuals receiving the service. Explain how and when to seek advice about confidentiality and where to go for help.
It is really important for our service users to exercise their rights as human beings. Staff should also respond appropriately to any complaint they receive from service users or their families. If an informal complaint is made this should be discussed in a private room and this may in itself stop it becoming a formal issue. The staff member receiving the complaint should listen carefully; taking everything into consideration that is said to them and let the service user know what will then happen once they have made their formal complaint. If complaints are not responded to by staff appropriately then the service and the service provider will not improve.
These are the usual agreed ways of working in my organisation. It will be crucial to record and report any difficulties to the office so this information can be shared with others on a need to know basis Be able to deal with emergencies encountered after gaining entry If the carer finds themselves in an emergency situation after gaining entry then depending on the type of emergency then they should contact the appropriate emergency
1.2 Explain why it is important to have secure systems for recording and storing information in a Social care setting. It is important because any breach of personal information without consent is breach of the law data act 1998. Also privacy is very important to people and they don’t want their personal information getting into the wrong hands and being used against them or being a victim of identity theft. 2.1 Describe how to access guidance, information and advice about handling information. I would access guidance, information and advice about handling information from speaking to my manger and attending any training and reading the policy and procedures.
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If they are capable they will be able to tell you how they would prefer to be treated, and what their personal needs are. If they are unable to communicate with you, you could talk to their family, they could provide information about the history and preferences of the client. Another way that would also be useful is to talk to social workers, doctors or any other professional involved in the clients care, as they will be able to give you information on any medical conditions and needs etc that you need to be aware of. 2. Describe two ways of making sure that the history, preferences, wishes and needs of an individual using the service are recognised in support or care plans.
This is essential in order to safeguard the children within our setting. We only hold information about the children that is important for us and their personal welfare. For example this can include, medication records, allergies, parents and full names. When information needs to be passed on and shared with other professionals then we need to ensure that we are complying with the data protection act. This act sets out clear guidelines which can be followed effectively in order to make sure that individuals private information does not get obtained by unnecessary people.
UNIT 11, Assignment 2 – Safeguarding Adults and Promoting Independence P4 In this task of the assignment, I will be outlining the importance of legislation and regulation that governs safeguarding adults work. On top of this, I will be also outlining the working strategies and procedures used in health and social care to lessen the dangers of abuse within an establishment. The meaning of a vulnerable adult us when an individual at the age of 18 years and above who is or might require community support facilities or is a resident in an ongoing care service with the reason of having a mental or other disability, old age or illness or even someone who are not capable to look after him or herself, as well as not being capable to protect themselves from major danger or mistreatment. Legislations and regulations: The purpose of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act is to control connection amongst children and vulnerable adults as well as those who may perhaps harm them. This act was carried out in October 2009, as the government is presently monitoring the proposal programme for other areas of the Act, such as establishments wanting the employees to become as an ISA registered.