The hospital or care home have to follow these guidelines and legislation because if they need to make sure the environment around them is safe and free from any danger that may cause harm to other patients. They have to follow rules which they have been assigned to such as make sure they always use hand sanitizer before dealing with patients and also keeping all the waste away from the patients and disposed properly. They promote safety around hospitals or nursing home by
Ofsted) in meeting safety requirements. . To not interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interests of health, safety and welfare. . To make themselves aware of all safety rules, procedures and safe working practices applicable to their posts.
Q: 1.2 Explain employers’ respsonsibilitys in relation to the prevention and control of infection. Employers responsibilities in the relation to the prevention and control of infection are to keep everybody safe and to provide a safe workplace, they can do this by following current legislation.
1.3 – Outline the main health and safety responsibilities of: Self -To take reasonable care of your own health and safety. -To avoid wearing jewellery and loose clothing, especially when using machinery. -To take reasonable care not to put other people at risk. -To co-operate with your employer. - To report any injuries or illness.
I need to ensure that when they come into the clinic area that it is free from any potential hazards that could cause harm, whether that is a trip hazard or sharps hazard. I also need to ensure the clinic area is clean and that patients are aware of the toilet facilities available. Management of health and safety at work regulation 1999 – under this act the main requirement for an employer is to carry out risk assessments in the work place. The employer must assess the health and safety risks that could affect their employees whilst in the working environment. This is also applies to patients and visitors in the same environment.
The home is residents are safeguarded at all time from cross contamination by developing a strict habit of hand washing when hygiene is an issue using protective equipment to stop cross contamination. * 1.2) Employer’s roles and responsibilities- Employer’s must give us the correct training in all areas of infection control and provide us with the correct personal protective equipment to carry out our tasks. The workplace must be a safe environment for all with any risk assessments being recorded and being made aware of in a risk assessment folder. This applies to equipment and possible hazards with any work related activities in the home or for residents on leave. The home should be able to provide the materials and framework to allow the effective running of the home.
The regulations I have to obey are Health & Safety COSSH Fire safety First aid RIDDOR Child protection Infection control PPE Date protection The reason I have to adhere to these is to ensure I am working at a set standard and to keep both myself and patients safe. Also to ensure I keep all information safe and remain professional at all times. The codes of practice are in place to ensure standards of professional conduct are being adhered to and that individual care workers are protected on a day to day basis. Uphold public trust and confidence in care services. This statement is relevant to my role as it is achieved by not abusing or neglecting patients.
Unit 19: The principles of infection prevention and control1.1 Explain employees' roles and responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infectionThe employees' roles and responsibilities are to ensure that their own health and hygiene does not pose a risk to service users and other colleagues. To ensure effective hand washing is carried out when working with service users, giving personal care and during the handling and preparation of food. To ensure they use PPE (personal protective equipment) when needed and when appropriate.1.2 Explain employers' responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infectionIt is the employers responsibility to ensure that all employees are aware of the health and safety aspects of their work, this can be done by; giving staff printed documents including all the information they need regarding health and safety, keeping files within the workplace for easy access to information, giving staff regular training and regularly observing staff to ensure they are following the correct procedures. Keep records in relation to infection control and the measure put in place to prevent the spread of infection. Also, to ensure that the relevant standards, policies and guidelines are available within the workplace.2.1 Outline current legislation and regulatory body standards which are relevant to the prevention and control of infectionThe main legislation relating to infection prevention and control are; The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999.
Legislation and Health and Safety we are governed by a range of legislation and policies to provide a safe and healthy working environment, all the legislation comes under the health and safety at work act 1974. This covers duties for the employer, managers and employees, The employer has the duty to provided information,the supervision and training on health and safety within the working environment. Have clear health and safety policies in place, and ensure the area is safe for all employees including providing any equipment required and maintaining to ensure the is not a risk to the employees As a Manager I am required to maintain a safe working environment, provide inductions for new staff, which must include health and safety procedures and how to identify potential hazards. I am to also ensure that all staff stick to the policies and procedures in place. The employee must follow all health and safety policies, follow the instructions provided with any equipment and ensure the cleaning products are used in the correct manner.
Unit 8 5.2 These are the principles for safe moving and handling; Always check the care plan and safety guidelines Never manually lift a client. Asses the client and check for any changes in their condition. Plan the task adequately before you start moving them. Explain what you are going to do and obtain their cooperation and consent. Always use the appropriate handling equipment if it is in place.